Cost of a Hernia Repair Visit
in New Hampshire
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Hampshire's healthcare costs run approximately 11% above national averages, reflecting the state's concentrated provider networks and limited insurer competition. For Hernia Repair visits, patients typically face out-of-pocket costs ranging from $504 to $1,521, with a median cost of $981. With over 3,600 active Hernia Repair providers across New Hampshire, patients can browse multiple options to find affordable, in-network care in their area.
Average
$1,002
Median
$981
Lowest
$504
Highest
$1,521
Providers
3,656
19% above national average
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How does inguinal hernia repair compare to related procedures in New Hampshire?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,433 | $2,439 | $4,078 | 3,658 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,434 | $2,442 | $4,083 | 3,670 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $528 | $993 | $1,548 | 3,663 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $573 | $1,014 | $1,631 | 3,662 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $634 | $1,240 | $1,921 | 3,676 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $558 | $1,131 | $1,752 | 3,682 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $887 | $1,611 | $2,143 | 3,663 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $563 | $1,251 | $1,719 | 3,662 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $290 | $545 | $831 | 3,657 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $536 | $1,233 | $1,658 | 3,659 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $429 | $818 | $1,267 | 3,658 |
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 New Hampshire
These hospitals in New Hampshire are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LITTLETON, NH
LEBANON, NH
DOVER, NH
LEBANON, NH
NEW LONDON, NH
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 New Hampshire
Healthcare costs in New Hampshire run approximately 11% above the national average, driven by the state's small population spread across diverse geographic regions and limited competition among major health systems. The concentration of specialty services in the Manchester-Nashua corridor and around Dartmouth-Hitchcock creates cost disparities between urban and rural areas throughout the Granite State.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most hernia repair specialists practice in the southern tier cities of Manchester, Nashua, and Concord, with limited options in the North Country and Western regions. Patients in rural areas like Berlin, Littleton, or Keene often travel 1-2 hours for specialized surgical consultations, which can increase indirect costs. This geographic concentration allows urban providers to command premium pricing while rural patients face access challenges.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned surgical practices dominate New Hampshire's specialty market, with Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Catholic Medical Center, and Elliot Health System controlling much of the referral network. These hospital-affiliated practices typically charge higher rates due to facility fees and administrative overhead compared to independent surgical groups. The state's Certificate of Need laws have historically limited competition between health systems, contributing to higher overall pricing.
Insurance Market Competition in New Hampshire
The dominance of Anthem, Harvard Pilgrim, and Cigna creates moderate competition but limits negotiating leverage for both patients and providers. Anthem holds the largest market share for individual and group plans, giving them significant rate-setting power with local health systems. This concentrated market structure contributes to the state's above-average healthcare costs compared to regions with more robust insurer competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Hampshire
With over 3,600 active providers handling hernia repairs, New Hampshire appears well-supplied relative to its population of 1.4 million residents. However, many of these providers are primary care physicians who handle simple cases, with true surgical specialists concentrated in major metropolitan areas. This adequate supply in urban areas helps moderate pricing, though rural access remains challenging and may drive up costs for complex cases requiring specialist referral.
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 New Hampshire
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Hernia Repair visit in New Hampshire?
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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 |