Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in Arizona
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Arizona's competitive ambulatory surgery center market, combined with major insurers like UHC, BCBS Arizona, and Aetna, creates varied pricing for laparoscopic appendectomy procedures. Patients typically pay between $90 and $1,016, with a median negotiated rate of $507 for this minimally invasive procedure. With over 6,200 active appendectomy providers across Arizona's diverse healthcare landscape, patients can browse all available surgical options throughout the state.
Average
$538
Median
$507
Lowest
$90
Highest
$1,016
Providers
6,248
38% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Arizona?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,097 | $1,136 | $2,276 | 4,502 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,097 | $1,137 | $2,279 | 5,350 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $448 | $496 | $898 | 5,028 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $452 | $452 | $907 | 4,418 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $557 | $557 | $1,115 | 5,012 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $749 | $752 | $1,507 | 4,305 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $498 | $535 | $1,072 | 4,221 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $240 | $240 | $480 | 4,297 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $432 | $440 | $882 | 4,188 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $525 | $553 | $1,108 | 4,299 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $352 | $364 | $729 | 4,203 |
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 44970 — Laparoscopic appendectomy). 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 44970 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 44970 (Laparoscopic appendectomy), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 44970 covers: the provider's professional fee for appendectomy (laparoscopic). 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 Arizona
These hospitals in Arizona are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
PHOENIX, AZ
MESA, AZ
GOODYEAR, AZ
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Appendectomy Visit Costs Vary Across Arizona
Arizona's surgical costs run approximately 5% above national averages, driven by the state's growing population and concentrated urban healthcare markets. The competitive ambulatory surgery center landscape helps moderate pricing in metropolitan areas, while rural regions face limited surgical options.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas concentrate most of Arizona's surgical specialists, creating competitive pricing and shorter wait times for non-emergency procedures. Rural counties often require patients to travel significant distances for laparoscopic appendectomy, though some regional hospitals maintain general surgeons for emergency cases. This geographic disparity can affect both access and total treatment costs when factoring in travel expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgery departments in Arizona typically charge premium rates compared to independent ambulatory surgery centers due to higher overhead and regulatory requirements. Major health systems like Banner Health and HonorHealth operate extensive networks of surgical facilities with varying cost structures. Independent surgery centers often provide more competitive pricing while maintaining equivalent safety standards and surgical outcomes.
Insurance Market Competition in Arizona
Arizona's insurance market features robust competition between UHC, BCBS Arizona, and Aetna, creating varied negotiated rates for surgical procedures across different plans. This competitive environment generally benefits patients through lower out-of-pocket costs and broader provider networks. The presence of multiple major insurers also encourages surgical facilities to participate in multiple networks to maintain patient volume.
Physician Supply and Demand in Arizona
With over 6,200 active appendectomy providers, Arizona maintains adequate surgical capacity in urban areas, though rural regions may experience surgeon shortages. This relatively robust provider supply helps maintain competitive pricing and reasonable scheduling availability for non-emergency procedures. The state's growing population continues to attract surgical specialists, particularly in rapidly expanding metropolitan areas like Phoenix and Scottsdale.
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 — Appendectomy Costs in Arizona
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Does Arizona Medicaid cover Appendectomy visits?
How do I find an affordable Appendectomy near me in Arizona?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Appendectomy visit in Arizona?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 44970)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $5,429 | $2,206 |
| 2 | Iowa Range: $85 – $2,810 | $1,400 |
| 3 | Wyoming Range: $631 – $1,894 | $1,180 |
| 4 | New Hampshire Range: $558 – $1,752 | $1,147 |
| 5 | Nebraska Range: $726 – $1,396 | $1,142 |
| 6 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $2,485 | $1,133 |
| 7 | South Dakota Range: $85 – $2,418 | $1,127 |
| 8 | Georgia Range: $85 – $2,038 | $1,033 |
| 9 | Minnesota Range: $80 – $2,095 | $1,024 |
| 10 | Maine Range: $682 – $1,177 | $1,001 |
| 11 | Michigan Range: $80 – $2,021 | $978 |
| 12 | District of Columbia Range: $413 – $1,405 | $945 |
| 13 | New Mexico Range: $507 – $1,408 | $933 |
| 14 | Connecticut Range: $361 – $1,590 | $908 |
| 15 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $1,752 | $905 |
| 16 | Washington Range: $80 – $1,832 | $902 |
| 17 | Missouri Range: $551 – $1,185 | $901 |
| 18 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $1,767 | $882 |
| 19 | New York Range: $412 – $1,655 | $882 |
| 20 | Indiana Range: $80 – $1,805 | $881 |
| 21 | Illinois Range: $85 – $1,654 | $865 |
| 22 | Delaware Range: $80 – $1,893 | $865 |
| 23 | Vermont Range: $449 – $1,463 | $865 |
| 24 | New Jersey Range: $340 – $1,669 | $852 |
| 25 | North Carolina Range: $80 – $1,655 | $837 |
| 26 | Mississippi Range: $473 – $1,440 | $827 |
| 27 | Oregon Range: $80 – $1,616 | $814 |
| 28 | West Virginia Range: $85 – $1,557 | $799 |
| 29 | California Range: $80 – $1,375 | $796 |
| 30 | Pennsylvania Range: $80 – $1,669 | $794 |
| 31 | Utah Range: $80 – $1,321 | $792 |
| 32 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $1,376 | $767 |
| 33 | Kansas Range: $562 – $1,006 | $767 |
| 34 | Louisiana Range: $368 – $1,236 | $766 |
| 35 | Colorado Range: $85 – $1,421 | $765 |
| 36 | Kentucky Range: $85 – $1,415 | $758 |
| 37 | Virginia Range: $404 – $1,238 | $755 |
| 38 | Maryland Range: $437 – $1,238 | $750 |
| 39 | Ohio Range: $355 – $1,185 | $733 |
| 40 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $1,236 | $720 |
| 41 | Idaho Range: $80 – $1,349 | $716 |
| 42 | Tennessee Range: $90 – $1,258 | $699 |
| 43 | Nevada Range: $464 – $983 | $673 |
| 44 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $1,290 | $667 |
| 45 | Alabama Range: $80 – $1,208 | $653 |
| 46 | Texas Range: $85 – $1,155 | $634 |
| 47 | Oklahoma Range: $85 – $1,142 | $588 |
| 48 | Arizona Range: $90 – $1,016 | $538 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $1,339 | $500 |
| 50 | Montana Range: $80 – $1,231 | $464 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $1,065 | $385 |