Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in Hawaii
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Hawaii's island geography creates unique healthcare challenges, with medical costs running approximately 16% above national averages due to isolation and import dependencies. Patients requiring an Appendectomy typically pay between $80 and $1,376, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $846 based on negotiated insurance rates. The state has 75 active Appendectomy providers serving residents across the island chain, allowing patients to browse options throughout Hawaii's healthcare network.
Average
$767
Median
$846
Lowest
$80
Highest
$1,376
Providers
75
11% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Hawaii?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,018 | $1,894 | $2,946 | 46 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,896 | $2,947 | 50 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $746 | $1,386 | 51 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $752 | $1,287 | 52 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $80 | $929 | $1,507 | 68 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,235 | $1,929 | 46 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $858 | $1,376 | 47 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $399 | $665 | 45 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $426 | $734 | $1,149 | 42 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $922 | $1,475 | 45 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $358 | $604 | $1,040 | 41 |
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.
Why Appendectomy Visit Costs Vary Across Hawaii
Hawaii's healthcare costs run approximately 16% above national averages, driven by the state's island isolation, high cost of living, and dependence on imported medical supplies and equipment. The concentration of advanced surgical facilities on Oahu creates access disparities for neighbor island residents who may need to travel for specialized care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oahu concentrates most of Hawaii's surgical specialists and advanced facilities, while neighbor islands like Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island have more limited options for non-emergency appendectomies. Inter-island medical transport adds significant costs for complex cases requiring specialized facilities, though most routine appendectomies can be performed on each major island. Rural and remote areas may require helicopter transport for emergency cases, covered by insurance but highlighting geographic access challenges.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based surgical centers in Hawaii charge premium rates due to higher overhead costs related to importing supplies and maintaining 24/7 emergency capabilities across isolated locations. Independent surgery centers often offer lower facility fees but may have limited availability for emergency procedures, making hospital-based care necessary for urgent appendectomies. Major health systems like Hawaii Pacific Health and Kaiser Permanente dominate the market, with their facility fees reflecting the costs of maintaining comprehensive services across multiple islands.
Insurance Market Competition in Hawaii
HMSA (Blue Cross Blue Shield) maintains the largest market share in Hawaii, followed by UHC and Kaiser Permanente, creating a relatively concentrated insurance market with limited competition. This concentration can lead to higher negotiated rates with providers, though the state's small population and geographic isolation limit the number of insurers willing to enter the market. Kaiser operates as an integrated system with its own facilities and providers, often offering different pricing structures than traditional insurance models.
Physician Supply and Demand in Hawaii
With 75 active Appendectomy providers serving Hawaii's population of 1.4 million, the state maintains adequate surgical capacity for routine cases but may face constraints during peak tourist seasons or emergency situations. The limited number of specialists relative to the geographic spread across islands can create scheduling challenges for non-urgent procedures, particularly on neighbor islands. Many surgeons split time between islands or maintain privileges at multiple facilities to serve the distributed population, which can affect availability and pricing.
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 Hawaii
What is the average cost of a Appendectomy visit in Hawaii without insurance?
Does Hawaii Medicaid cover Appendectomy visits?
How do I find an affordable Appendectomy near me in Hawaii?
What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Appendectomy visit in Hawaii?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Appendectomy in Hawaii?
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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 |