Cost of a Hernia Repair Visit
in Nebraska
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Nebraska's healthcare system serves a predominantly rural population with major medical centers concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln, creating distinct cost variations for specialized procedures. Hernia Repair patients typically pay between $637 and $1,214, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,131 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 2,100 active providers across the state, patients have numerous options when browsing all Hernia Repair specialists in Nebraska.
Average
$994
Median
$1,131
Lowest
$637
Highest
$1,214
Providers
2,174
18% above national average
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How does inguinal hernia repair compare to related procedures in Nebraska?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,637 | $2,935 | $3,009 | 2,178 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,627 | $2,938 | $3,012 | 2,188 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $641 | $1,209 | $1,313 | 2,182 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $655 | $1,174 | $1,294 | 2,183 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $796 | $1,428 | $1,526 | 2,193 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $726 | $1,304 | $1,396 | 2,202 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $1,076 | $1,972 | $2,164 | 2,184 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $765 | $1,426 | $1,627 | 2,181 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $347 | $640 | $705 | 2,176 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $760 | $1,392 | $1,529 | 2,177 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $513 | $939 | $1,068 | 2,178 |
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 49505 — Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 or older). 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 49505 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 49505 (Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 or older), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 49505 covers: the provider's professional fee for inguinal hernia repair. 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 Nebraska
These hospitals in Nebraska are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
OMAHA, NE
OMAHA, NE
SUPERIOR, NE
OMAHA, NE
HOLDREGE, NE
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Hernia Repair Visit Costs Vary Across Nebraska
Nebraska's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below the national average, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and moderate market competition among insurers. The state's vast rural geography creates significant cost disparities between urban medical centers in Omaha and Lincoln versus smaller communities that rely on traveling specialists or referral networks.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Nebraska's two major metropolitan areas, Omaha and Lincoln, concentrate most specialized surgical services, while rural counties often lack resident general surgeons capable of complex hernia repairs. Patients in western and northern Nebraska frequently travel 100+ miles for specialist consultations, adding travel costs to their overall healthcare expenses. This geographic concentration allows urban providers to command higher fees due to limited competition in their immediate markets.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgery centers in Nebraska typically charge higher facility fees than independent ambulatory surgical centers, particularly at major systems like Nebraska Medicine and CHI Health. Independent surgical facilities in suburban Omaha and Lincoln often offer competitive pricing while maintaining high quality standards. Rural hospitals may have lower overhead costs but limited surgical capabilities, often referring complex cases to urban centers.
Insurance Market Competition in Nebraska
The Nebraska insurance market features moderate competition with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska holding significant market share alongside UnitedHealthcare and Aetna. This competitive landscape helps keep negotiated rates reasonable compared to more concentrated markets in other states. Rural areas have fewer insurer options, which can limit patient choice and potentially affect negotiated rates with local providers.
Physician Supply and Demand in Nebraska
With over 2,100 active Hernia Repair providers statewide, Nebraska maintains adequate surgical capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. The high provider count relative to the state's population indicates good access in metropolitan areas, helping maintain competitive pricing. Rural physician recruitment challenges mean some areas depend on visiting surgeons or telemedicine consultations, which can affect both availability and cost structures.
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 — Hernia Repair Costs in Nebraska
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 49505)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $4,031 | $1,784 |
| 2 | Iowa Range: $457 – $2,449 | $1,346 |
| 3 | Alaska Range: $440 – $2,338 | $1,154 |
| 4 | Massachusetts Range: $397 – $2,168 | $1,133 |
| 5 | Montana Range: $378 – $2,328 | $1,120 |
| 6 | Georgia Range: $421 – $1,969 | $1,097 |
| 7 | South Dakota Range: $439 – $2,034 | $1,081 |
| 8 | Wyoming Range: $628 – $1,642 | $1,050 |
| 9 | New Hampshire Range: $504 – $1,521 | $1,002 |
| 10 | Nebraska Range: $637 – $1,214 | $994 |
| 11 | Washington Range: $592 – $1,594 | $984 |
| 12 | Minnesota Range: $344 – $1,787 | $970 |
| 13 | Rhode Island Range: $440 – $1,521 | $940 |
| 14 | North Dakota Range: $437 – $1,537 | $894 |
| 15 | Maine Range: $630 – $1,022 | $883 |
| 16 | Utah Range: $374 – $1,150 | $883 |
| 17 | California Range: $423 – $1,216 | $871 |
| 18 | Oregon Range: $440 – $1,399 | $866 |
| 19 | North Carolina Range: $426 – $1,453 | $859 |
| 20 | District of Columbia Range: $381 – $1,221 | $834 |
| 21 | Connecticut Range: $368 – $1,435 | $824 |
| 22 | New Mexico Range: $465 – $1,226 | $821 |
| 23 | West Virginia Range: $381 – $1,378 | $806 |
| 24 | Missouri Range: $493 – $1,027 | $804 |
| 25 | Colorado Range: $441 – $1,242 | $798 |
| 26 | Michigan Range: $440 – $1,216 | $797 |
| 27 | Delaware Range: $330 – $1,435 | $789 |
| 28 | Illinois Range: $90 – $1,569 | $789 |
| 29 | Pennsylvania Range: $333 – $1,448 | $781 |
| 30 | Idaho Range: $438 – $1,197 | $775 |
| 31 | Hawaii Range: $426 – $1,149 | $769 |
| 32 | New York Range: $364 – $1,435 | $768 |
| 33 | Kentucky Range: $396 – $1,220 | $763 |
| 34 | Vermont Range: $391 – $1,271 | $753 |
| 35 | Arkansas Range: $461 – $1,043 | $746 |
| 36 | New Jersey Range: $309 – $1,435 | $740 |
| 37 | Indiana Range: $90 – $1,448 | $722 |
| 38 | Mississippi Range: $409 – $1,251 | $718 |
| 39 | Tennessee Range: $440 – $1,016 | $705 |
| 40 | South Carolina Range: $391 – $1,170 | $705 |
| 41 | Texas Range: $407 – $1,086 | $699 |
| 42 | Alabama Range: $356 – $1,111 | $688 |
| 43 | Louisiana Range: $383 – $1,052 | $681 |
| 44 | Kansas Range: $493 – $872 | $667 |
| 45 | Virginia Range: $358 – $1,079 | $664 |
| 46 | Maryland Range: $381 – $1,079 | $653 |
| 47 | Oklahoma Range: $429 – $991 | $647 |
| 48 | Ohio Range: $328 – $1,039 | $638 |
| 49 | Nevada Range: $423 – $859 | $596 |
| 50 | Arizona Range: $432 – $882 | $585 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $920 | $337 |