Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in Louisiana
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Louisiana's healthcare landscape reflects the state's unique position with non-expanded Medicaid and concentrated provider networks primarily serving urban centers like New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Appendectomy patients in Louisiana typically pay between $368 and $1,236 for laparoscopic procedures, with a median cost of $694 based on negotiated insurance rates from 947 active providers statewide. Louisiana residents can browse all available Appendectomy specialists through our comprehensive provider network to find the most cost-effective options.
Average
$766
Median
$694
Lowest
$368
Highest
$1,236
Providers
947
11% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Louisiana?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $989 | $1,619 | $2,664 | 863 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $960 | $1,557 | $2,505 | 877 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $226 | $617 | $1,345 | 916 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $394 | $594 | $1,089 | 867 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $473 | $822 | $1,416 | 895 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $997 | $1,658 | 904 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $399 | $637 | $1,133 | 864 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $189 | $346 | $530 | 904 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $383 | $608 | $1,052 | 861 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $331 | $636 | $1,229 | 905 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $294 | $504 | $979 | 865 |
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 Louisiana
These hospitals in Louisiana are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
COLUMBIA, LA
COVINGTON, LA
LAFAYETTE, LA
ALEXANDRIA, LA
BATON ROUGE, LA
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 Louisiana
Louisiana's appendectomy costs run approximately 1% above national averages, reflecting the state's mixed urban-rural healthcare delivery system and concentrated insurance market. The state's Gulf Coast location and hurricane-prone geography create unique healthcare infrastructure challenges that can influence surgical facility costs and availability.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Louisiana's surgical specialists concentrate heavily in the New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport metropolitan areas, with limited access in rural parishes. Patients in rural areas may need to travel significant distances for laparoscopic appendectomy, potentially increasing total care costs. The state's geography, with numerous small communities separated by wetlands and waterways, creates natural barriers to healthcare access.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based surgical centers in Louisiana typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent ambulatory surgery centers, reflecting different overhead structures and staffing models. Major health systems like Ochsner Health and LCMC Health operate numerous facilities across Louisiana with varying cost structures. Academic medical centers like LSU Health New Orleans may offer different pricing for surgical procedures depending on teaching hospital status.
Insurance Market Competition in Louisiana
The Louisiana insurance market shows moderate competition with BCBS Louisiana, UHC, and Aetna as primary players, though regional variations exist in plan availability and network adequacy. Limited insurer competition in some parishes can result in higher negotiated rates for surgical procedures. The state's regulatory environment and market concentration affect how aggressively insurers can negotiate surgical facility rates.
Physician Supply and Demand in Louisiana
With 947 active appendectomy providers across Louisiana, the state maintains reasonable surgeon availability relative to its population, though distribution heavily favors urban areas. This provider supply indicates adequate competition in metropolitan areas, which can help moderate surgical costs. Rural parishes may experience longer wait times for non-emergency consultations due to fewer available surgeons, though emergency appendectomy remains readily accessible through hospital emergency departments.
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 Louisiana
What is the average cost of a Appendectomy visit in Louisiana without insurance?
Does Louisiana Medicaid cover Appendectomy visits?
How do I find an affordable Appendectomy near me in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Appendectomy in Louisiana?
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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 |