Cost of a Carpal Tunnel Surgery Visit
in Oklahoma
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Oklahoma's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive medical market. For Carpal Tunnel Surgery procedures, Oklahoma patients typically pay between $345 and $823, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $426 based on negotiated insurance rates. With 996 active providers across the state offering these specialized surgical services, Oklahoma residents have substantial options when selecting a qualified surgeon for their carpal tunnel treatment.
Average
$531
Median
$426
Lowest
$345
Highest
$823
Providers
996
30% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does carpal tunnel surgery compare to related procedures in Oklahoma?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $85 | $1,314 | $2,533 | 1,663 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $85 | $1,274 | $2,536 | 1,700 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $530 | $960 | 1,703 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $442 | $563 | $1,009 | 993 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $545 | $677 | $1,254 | 1,018 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $85 | $537 | $1,142 | 1,738 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $655 | $921 | $1,624 | 1,023 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $500 | $623 | $1,200 | 997 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $232 | $289 | $540 | 1,023 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $429 | $520 | $991 | 990 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $510 | $653 | $1,257 | 1,022 |
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 Oklahoma
These hospitals in Oklahoma are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
TULSA, OK
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
OWASSO, OK
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 Oklahoma
Oklahoma's healthcare costs run roughly 8% below national levels due to lower overhead expenses and moderate competition among surgical providers. The state's mix of urban medical centers in Oklahoma City and Tulsa contrasts sharply with rural areas where surgical specialists may be hours away, creating significant cost and access variations.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oklahoma City and Tulsa concentrate the majority of hand surgeons, while rural counties often have limited or no local surgical options for carpal tunnel procedures. Patients in western and southeastern Oklahoma frequently travel 2+ hours to reach qualified specialists, sometimes adding lodging costs to their surgical expenses. This geographic disparity means rural patients may pay similar surgical fees but face higher total costs due to travel requirements.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Major health systems like Integris, Saint Francis, and OU Medicine operate hospital-based surgical centers with higher overhead costs than independent ambulatory surgery centers. Oklahoma's growing network of independent surgical facilities offers competitive pricing for carpal tunnel procedures, often 20-40% less than hospital-based options. Free-standing surgery centers have proliferated in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, providing cost-effective alternatives to traditional hospital outpatient departments.
Insurance Market Competition in Oklahoma
BCBS Oklahoma dominates the state's insurance market, followed by UHC and CommunityCare, creating moderate competition that influences negotiated surgical rates. The limited number of major insurers means providers have less leverage in rate negotiations compared to more competitive markets. Oklahoma's smaller insurance market results in fairly standardized pricing across major carriers, with less variation than states with more diverse insurer competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in Oklahoma
With 996 providers offering carpal tunnel surgery services, Oklahoma maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This concentration of specialists in metro areas creates competitive pricing in Oklahoma City and Tulsa while potentially driving up costs in underserved rural markets. The relatively robust provider supply in urban areas helps keep wait times reasonable and maintains competitive surgical pricing.
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 Oklahoma
What is the average cost of a Carpal Tunnel Surgery visit in Oklahoma without insurance?
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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 |