Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in Oregon
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Oregon's healthcare system operates at approximately 9% above national cost averages, with Medicaid expansion helping to stabilize pricing across the state's diverse geographic regions. For patients requiring a laparoscopic appendectomy, costs typically range from $80 to $1,616, with a median rate of $745. With 366 active appendectomy providers throughout Oregon, patients have substantial options for finding quality surgical care in both urban centers and rural communities.
Average
$814
Median
$745
Lowest
$80
Highest
$1,616
Providers
366
6% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Oregon?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,116 | $2,114 | $3,635 | 165 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,921 | $3,637 | 201 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $803 | $1,687 | 188 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $763 | $1,591 | 250 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $80 | $751 | $1,770 | 326 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,271 | $3,201 | 186 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $843 | $1,641 | 243 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $413 | $774 | 176 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $440 | $758 | $1,399 | 156 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $934 | $1,746 | 180 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $90 | $643 | $1,930 | 170 |
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 Oregon
Oregon's healthcare costs run approximately 9% above national averages, reflecting the state's higher cost of living and concentrated provider networks in major metropolitan areas. The state's unique geography, with dense urban populations along the I-5 corridor and sparse rural communities east of the Cascades, creates significant cost and access disparities for surgical services.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Portland's metro area concentrates the majority of Oregon's surgical specialists, creating competitive pricing in the urban core while rural areas often face provider shortages and higher costs due to limited competition. Eastern Oregon communities frequently require patients to travel significant distances for specialized surgical care, adding transportation costs to the overall expense. Some rural hospitals offer telemedicine consultations to reduce travel requirements for initial evaluations.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgery in Oregon typically costs 40-60% more than procedures performed at independent ambulatory surgery centers due to higher facility fees and overhead expenses. Major health systems like OHSU and Legacy Health operate numerous locations throughout the Portland area, while smaller independent practices often offer more competitive pricing structures. Rural hospitals may charge premium rates due to lower patient volumes and higher per-case overhead costs.
Insurance Market Competition in Oregon
The presence of major insurers including Regence BCBS, PacificSource, and UHC creates moderate competition that helps control negotiated rates for surgical procedures. Oregon's state insurance exchange offers additional plan options, though rural areas often have fewer carrier choices than urban markets. Limited insurer competition in some regions can result in higher negotiated rates and reduced provider network options.
Physician Supply and Demand in Oregon
With 366 active appendectomy providers serving the state, Oregon maintains adequate surgical capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This distribution pattern creates pricing pressures where urban competition drives down costs while rural scarcity can increase rates. Wait times for non-emergency procedures tend to be shorter in Portland and Salem compared to eastern Oregon communities.
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 Oregon
What is the average cost of a Appendectomy visit in Oregon without insurance?
Does Oregon Medicaid cover Appendectomy visits?
How do I find an affordable Appendectomy near me in Oregon?
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 Oregon?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Appendectomy in Oregon?
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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 |