Cost of a Hernia Repair Visit
in Oklahoma
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Oklahoma's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below national averages, providing patients with more affordable access to specialized surgical care. For Hernia Repair visits in Oklahoma, patients typically pay between $429 and $991, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $520. With 990 active Hernia Repair providers across the state, patients can browse all providers in Oklahoma to find the most cost-effective option for their needs.
Average
$647
Median
$520
Lowest
$429
Highest
$991
Providers
990
23% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does inguinal hernia repair 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 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $510 | $653 | $1,257 | 1,022 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $345 | $426 | $823 | 996 |
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 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 Hernia Repair Visit Costs Vary Across Oklahoma
Oklahoma's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and reduced overhead expenses for medical practices. The state's mix of urban medical centers in Oklahoma City and Tulsa alongside widespread rural communities creates distinct pricing tiers based on geographic location and provider density.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oklahoma City and Tulsa concentrate most of the state's specialized hernia surgeons, creating cost premiums in these metro areas but also providing patients with more provider choices. Rural areas often have limited surgical specialists, sometimes requiring patients to travel significant distances for hernia repair consultations. This geographic imbalance affects both pricing and access, with rural patients often facing higher total costs due to travel expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based surgical clinics in Oklahoma, particularly those affiliated with OU Medical Center, Saint Francis, and Hillcrest, typically charge higher facility fees than independent surgical practices. These large health systems offer comprehensive services and advanced surgical technology but pass those overhead costs to patients through higher consultation fees. Independent surgical practices often provide more competitive rates while maintaining quality care standards.
Insurance Market Competition in Oklahoma
With BCBS Oklahoma, UHC, and CommunityCare as the dominant insurers, Oklahoma maintains moderate market competition that prevents extreme rate variations. This insurer concentration allows for more standardized negotiated rates across providers, though smaller regional insurers sometimes offer different rate structures. The competitive dynamic helps keep hernia repair consultation costs reasonable compared to states with less insurer competition.
Physician Supply and Demand in Oklahoma
With 990 active Hernia Repair providers across Oklahoma, the state maintains adequate surgical specialist availability relative to its population of 4 million residents. This healthy provider-to-population ratio prevents severe supply shortages that could drive up consultation costs, though distribution remains concentrated in urban areas. Most patients can schedule hernia consultations within 2-3 weeks, indicating balanced supply and demand dynamics.
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 Oklahoma
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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 |