Cost of a Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit
in New York
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New York's healthcare costs run approximately 22% above the national average, driven by high provider concentration in the NYC metropolitan area and substantial market consolidation. Carpal Tunnel Surgery patients typically pay between $320 and $1,963, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $622 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 30,000 active providers offering carpal tunnel procedures throughout the state, patients can browse all Carpal Tunnel Surgery specialists across New York's diverse healthcare landscape.
Average
$969
Median
$622
Lowest
$320
Highest
$1,963
Providers
30,846
28% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does carpal tunnel surgery compare to related procedures in New York?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $898 | $1,288 | $6,051 | 30,852 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $900 | $1,289 | $6,060 | 30,927 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $364 | $515 | $2,135 | 30,876 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $384 | $538 | $2,410 | 30,865 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $452 | $638 | $1,820 | 30,954 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $412 | $577 | $1,655 | 31,025 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $627 | $890 | $3,201 | 30,796 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $466 | $625 | $2,160 | 30,844 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $203 | $276 | $742 | 30,860 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $364 | $504 | $1,435 | 30,842 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $452 | $609 | $2,642 | 30,775 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 64721 — Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 64721 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 64721 (Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 64721 covers: the provider's professional fee for carpal tunnel surgery. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Top-Rated Hospitals in New York
These hospitals in New York are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
ELIZABETHTOWN, NY
SARANAC LAKE, NY
NEW YORK, NY
WALTON, NY
ROSLYN, NY
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across New York
New York's healthcare costs run 22% above national averages, reflecting the state's high cost of living and concentrated provider market dominated by major health systems in New York City. The stark divide between Manhattan's premium healthcare market and rural upstate regions creates significant cost variation within the state.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The New York City metropolitan area has an abundance of carpal tunnel specialists, creating competitive pricing in some segments while premium locations command higher rates. Rural counties in upstate New York often have limited surgical options, potentially requiring patients to travel to Albany, Syracuse, or Rochester for specialized care, which can increase total treatment costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient departments affiliated with major systems like NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, and NewYork-Presbyterian typically charge facility fees that can double the total cost compared to independent surgical centers. Manhattan real estate costs significantly impact overhead expenses, contributing to higher surgical fees in the NYC area.
Insurance Market Competition in New York
Despite having multiple major insurers including Empire BCBS, UHC, Aetna, and Cigna, New York's heavily regulated insurance market can limit price competition for specialist services. The state's strong consumer protection laws and mandated benefits can result in higher negotiated rates that get passed along to patients through higher copays and deductibles.
Physician Supply and Demand in New York
With over 30,000 providers performing carpal tunnel procedures statewide, New York has adequate surgical capacity in most regions, though wait times can be longer for top-rated surgeons in Manhattan. This relatively robust supply helps moderate pricing in competitive markets, though geographic maldistribution means rural patients may face limited options and higher travel costs.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Carpal Tunnel Surgery Costs in New York
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 64721)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $85 – $5,357 | $2,063 |
| 2 | North Dakota Range: $319 – $2,591 | $1,168 |
| 3 | Rhode Island Range: $364 – $1,957 | $1,066 |
| 4 | Massachusetts Range: $338 – $1,957 | $1,005 |
| 5 | Minnesota Range: $358 – $1,930 | $1,003 |
| 6 | Delaware Range: $354 – $1,957 | $974 |
| 7 | Georgia Range: $344 – $1,930 | $973 |
| 8 | West Virginia Range: $342 – $2,006 | $972 |
| 9 | New York Range: $320 – $1,963 | $969 |
| 10 | New Jersey Range: $265 – $2,119 | $968 |
| 11 | Connecticut Range: $311 – $1,957 | $962 |
| 12 | Alaska Range: $364 – $1,957 | $961 |
| 13 | Kentucky Range: $340 – $1,957 | $954 |
| 14 | Pennsylvania Range: $317 – $1,957 | $937 |
| 15 | District of Columbia Range: $328 – $1,686 | $917 |
| 16 | Oregon Range: $90 – $1,930 | $888 |
| 17 | Wyoming Range: $519 – $1,358 | $865 |
| 18 | Nebraska Range: $513 – $1,068 | $840 |
| 19 | New Hampshire Range: $429 – $1,267 | $838 |
| 20 | Washington Range: $490 – $1,221 | $793 |
| 21 | Iowa Range: $361 – $1,068 | $787 |
| 22 | California Range: $80 – $1,930 | $757 |
| 23 | Maine Range: $519 – $888 | $753 |
| 24 | Utah Range: $265 – $988 | $728 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $349 – $1,241 | $727 |
| 26 | Colorado Range: $364 – $1,110 | $701 |
| 27 | New Mexico Range: $385 – $1,031 | $683 |
| 28 | Illinois Range: $372 – $1,070 | $679 |
| 29 | Hawaii Range: $358 – $1,040 | $667 |
| 30 | South Dakota Range: $296 – $1,068 | $662 |
| 31 | Indiana Range: $291 – $1,070 | $640 |
| 32 | Vermont Range: $338 – $1,053 | $637 |
| 33 | Michigan Range: $359 – $1,068 | $628 |
| 34 | South Carolina Range: $334 – $1,030 | $610 |
| 35 | Louisiana Range: $294 – $979 | $593 |
| 36 | Alabama Range: $294 – $910 | $590 |
| 37 | Missouri Range: $402 – $726 | $581 |
| 38 | Idaho Range: $90 – $1,031 | $567 |
| 39 | Virginia Range: $309 – $920 | $564 |
| 40 | Arkansas Range: $294 – $790 | $560 |
| 41 | Maryland Range: $318 – $920 | $552 |
| 42 | Tennessee Range: $332 – $804 | $546 |
| 43 | Oklahoma Range: $345 – $823 | $531 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $402 – $670 | $526 |
| 45 | Mississippi Range: $332 – $826 | $520 |
| 46 | Montana Range: $90 – $979 | $513 |
| 47 | Nevada Range: $352 – $746 | $512 |
| 48 | Ohio Range: $268 – $797 | $506 |
| 49 | Texas Range: $90 – $895 | $484 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $352 – $729 | $482 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $733 | $274 |