Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in New Mexico
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Mexico's high rural population and provider shortages in remote areas create significant cost variations for laparoscopic appendectomy procedures across the state. Patients typically pay between $507 and $1,408 for appendectomy services, with a median cost of $884 based on actual negotiated insurance rates. The state's network of hospitals and surgical centers includes over 1,265 active providers offering appendectomy services, though availability remains concentrated in urban areas like Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
Average
$933
Median
$884
Lowest
$507
Highest
$1,408
Providers
1,265
8% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in New Mexico?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,216 | $2,132 | $3,606 | 1,195 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,203 | $2,095 | $3,377 | 1,197 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $474 | $921 | $1,551 | 1,206 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $487 | $840 | $1,281 | 1,185 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $589 | $1,036 | $1,628 | 1,248 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $752 | $1,446 | $2,453 | 1,205 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $566 | $927 | $1,494 | 1,188 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $253 | $430 | $694 | 1,200 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $465 | $770 | $1,226 | 1,171 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $560 | $940 | $1,525 | 1,198 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $385 | $634 | $1,031 | 1,183 |
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 New Mexico
These hospitals in New Mexico are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LAS CRUCES, NM
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ESPANOLA, NM
SILVER CITY, NM
SANTA FE, NM
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 New Mexico
New Mexico's appendectomy costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and wage scales, though rural access challenges can drive up emergency transportation and specialized care expenses. The state's vast geography creates distinct cost patterns between the Rio Grande corridor's urban centers and isolated communities in the eastern plains and northwestern regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Albuquerque and Santa Fe concentrate most of New Mexico's advanced surgical facilities, while rural counties often rely on critical access hospitals that may transfer complex cases. This geographic disparity creates higher total costs for rural patients who require emergency transport to tertiary care centers.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Presbyterian Healthcare Services and University of New Mexico Hospital dominate the state's surgical market, operating both hospital-based and outpatient facilities. Independent surgery centers in metropolitan areas typically offer lower facility fees than hospital outpatient departments, though emergency appendectomies usually occur in hospital settings.
Insurance Market Competition in New Mexico
The state's small population limits insurer competition, with BCBS NM holding significant market share alongside UHC and Molina in the Medicaid managed care space. Limited competition can result in higher negotiated rates, though the state's lower provider costs help offset this factor for patients.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Mexico
With over 1,265 providers offering appendectomy services statewide, New Mexico maintains adequate surgical capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in frontier regions. This supply concentration drives patients toward established health systems and can create pricing power for providers in underserved markets.
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 New Mexico
What is the average cost of a Appendectomy visit in New Mexico without insurance?
Does New Mexico Medicaid cover Appendectomy visits?
How do I find an affordable Appendectomy near me in New Mexico?
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 New Mexico?
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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 |