Cost of a Cataract Surgery Visit
in Wyoming
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Wyoming's sparse population of 580,000 residents relies on just a handful of eye care centers scattered across the state's vast 97,000 square miles. Cataract Surgery patients typically pay between $667 and $2,130, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $924 based on negotiated insurance rates. Wyoming maintains 174 active Cataract Surgery providers serving communities from Cheyenne to Jackson, allowing patients to browse all available specialists throughout the state.
Average
$1,240
Median
$924
Lowest
$667
Highest
$2,130
Providers
174
40% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does cataract surgery compare to related procedures in Wyoming?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,657 | $2,271 | $4,492 | 172 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,632 | $2,274 | $4,245 | 176 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $648 | $905 | $1,845 | 177 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $706 | $1,113 | $2,132 | 179 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $631 | $1,014 | $1,894 | 180 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $952 | $1,535 | $3,043 | 175 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $714 | $1,070 | $1,996 | 177 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $351 | $479 | $894 | 175 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $628 | $880 | $1,642 | 172 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $747 | $1,105 | $2,064 | 174 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $519 | $717 | $1,358 | 173 |
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 66984 — Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens). 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 66984 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 66984 (Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 66984 covers: the provider's professional fee for cataract 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.
Why Cataract Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Wyoming
Wyoming's healthcare costs run approximately 8% above national averages, driven by the state's challenging geography and limited provider competition. The Equality State's 97,000 square miles contain fewer than 600,000 residents, creating unique cost pressures for specialized services like cataract surgery.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Wyoming's eye care specialists concentrate heavily in Cheyenne, Casper, and Jackson, leaving vast rural areas underserved and requiring patient travel of 100+ miles for surgery. This geographic maldistribution creates higher costs in urban centers due to demand concentration, while rural residents face additional expenses for travel and lodging. Telemedicine consultations have partially addressed follow-up care access but surgical procedures still require in-person visits.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgery centers dominate Wyoming's eye care landscape, with facilities like Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and Wyoming Medical Center commanding premium pricing due to higher overhead costs. Independent ambulatory surgery centers remain limited, reducing competitive pressure on pricing. The state's harsh winters and extreme weather conditions also increase facility maintenance and operational expenses year-round.
Insurance Market Competition in Wyoming
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming maintains dominant market share, with UnitedHealthcare and Cigna providing limited competition in select regions. This concentrated market reduces negotiating leverage for consumers and contributes to above-average healthcare costs statewide. The state's small population makes it less attractive to national insurers, further limiting competitive pricing pressure.
Physician Supply and Demand in Wyoming
Wyoming's 174 active Cataract Surgery providers serve a dispersed population, creating adequate supply in major cities but significant shortages in rural counties. The state's challenging recruitment environment and limited residency programs contribute to physician shortages that drive up compensation and procedure costs. Wait times for non-urgent cataract surgery often extend 2-3 months, particularly during winter months when travel becomes more difficult.
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 — Cataract Surgery Costs in Wyoming
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 66984)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $80 – $10,062 | $3,412 |
| 2 | Wyoming Range: $667 – $2,130 | $1,240 |
| 3 | Rhode Island Range: $448 – $2,135 | $1,181 |
| 4 | Massachusetts Range: $403 – $2,078 | $1,139 |
| 5 | Montana Range: $85 – $2,744 | $1,127 |
| 6 | Delaware Range: $343 – $2,135 | $1,056 |
| 7 | Nebraska Range: $641 – $1,313 | $1,055 |
| 8 | Washington Range: $616 – $1,521 | $1,034 |
| 9 | New Hampshire Range: $528 – $1,548 | $1,023 |
| 10 | New York Range: $364 – $2,135 | $1,005 |
| 11 | Colorado Range: $85 – $2,114 | $1,003 |
| 12 | New Mexico Range: $474 – $1,551 | $982 |
| 13 | Alaska Range: $85 – $2,135 | $972 |
| 14 | Georgia Range: $93 – $2,005 | $970 |
| 15 | Connecticut Range: $70 – $2,135 | $961 |
| 16 | Pennsylvania Range: $85 – $2,135 | $946 |
| 17 | Maine Range: $643 – $1,123 | $945 |
| 18 | North Carolina Range: $390 – $1,609 | $940 |
| 19 | California Range: $85 – $1,401 | $899 |
| 20 | Nevada Range: $415 – $1,453 | $892 |
| 21 | District of Columbia Range: $414 – $1,311 | $871 |
| 22 | Vermont Range: $403 – $1,548 | $865 |
| 23 | Iowa Range: $85 – $1,313 | $861 |
| 24 | Oregon Range: $85 – $1,687 | $858 |
| 25 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $1,609 | $812 |
| 26 | Mississippi Range: $430 – $1,451 | $806 |
| 27 | Minnesota Range: $90 – $1,548 | $800 |
| 28 | Utah Range: $85 – $1,209 | $791 |
| 29 | New Jersey Range: $364 – $1,380 | $790 |
| 30 | South Carolina Range: $327 – $1,383 | $785 |
| 31 | Illinois Range: $418 – $1,200 | $771 |
| 32 | Alabama Range: $418 – $1,195 | $767 |
| 33 | Idaho Range: $85 – $1,348 | $743 |
| 34 | Tennessee Range: $418 – $1,090 | $741 |
| 35 | Hawaii Range: $85 – $1,386 | $739 |
| 36 | Louisiana Range: $226 – $1,345 | $730 |
| 37 | South Dakota Range: $95 – $1,313 | $729 |
| 38 | West Virginia Range: $85 – $1,409 | $721 |
| 39 | Maryland Range: $477 – $1,083 | $714 |
| 40 | Kansas Range: $502 – $912 | $711 |
| 41 | Virginia Range: $360 – $1,157 | $710 |
| 42 | Indiana Range: $70 – $1,385 | $708 |
| 43 | Kentucky Range: $85 – $1,313 | $691 |
| 44 | Missouri Range: $502 – $811 | $680 |
| 45 | Ohio Range: $335 – $1,087 | $678 |
| 46 | Texas Range: $85 – $1,210 | $662 |
| 47 | Michigan Range: $85 – $1,073 | $645 |
| 48 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $1,042 | $624 |
| 49 | Arizona Range: $448 – $898 | $614 |
| 50 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $960 | $525 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $964 | $351 |