Cost of a Appendectomy Visit
in Wyoming
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Wyoming's vast rural healthcare landscape creates unique challenges for surgical care access, with patients typically paying between $631 and $1,894 for an Appendectomy procedure, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,014. The state's 180 active Appendectomy providers serve communities across 97,813 square miles, often requiring patients to travel significant distances for specialized surgical care. Browse all qualified providers in Wyoming to compare costs and find the most convenient option for your needs.
Average
$1,180
Median
$1,014
Lowest
$631
Highest
$1,894
Providers
180
37% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does appendectomy (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Wyoming?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,657 | $2,271 | $4,492 | 172 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,632 | $2,274 | $4,245 | 176 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $667 | $924 | $2,130 | 174 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $648 | $905 | $1,845 | 177 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $706 | $1,113 | $2,132 | 179 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $952 | $1,535 | $3,043 | 175 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $714 | $1,070 | $1,996 | 177 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $351 | $479 | $894 | 175 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $628 | $880 | $1,642 | 172 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $747 | $1,105 | $2,064 | 174 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $519 | $717 | $1,358 | 173 |
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 Wyoming
Wyoming's surgical costs run approximately 8% above national averages, reflecting the state's rural geography and limited provider competition in many regions. The concentration of advanced surgical facilities in Cheyenne, Casper, and Jackson creates cost disparities based on geographic access and facility overhead.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most of Wyoming's surgical specialists practice in Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, and Jackson, leaving vast rural areas dependent on critical access hospitals for initial care. Patients in remote counties often require transfer to larger facilities for laparoscopic appendectomy, adding transportation and lodging costs to the total expense. The 180 active providers serve a geographically dispersed population, creating natural regional pricing variations.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgical centers typically charge higher facility fees than independent ambulatory surgery centers, though Wyoming has fewer independent options than urban states. Major health systems like Banner Health and Cheyenne Regional Medical Center dominate the market, influencing regional pricing through their negotiated insurance rates. Rural critical access hospitals may offer lower base rates but often lack advanced laparoscopic capabilities.
Insurance Market Competition in Wyoming
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, UnitedHealthcare, and Cigna control most of the commercial insurance market, creating moderate competition in urban areas but limited options in rural counties. This concentration allows insurers to negotiate competitive rates with major health systems while potentially limiting choices for consumers. The relatively small population base means fewer plan options compared to more populous states.
Physician Supply and Demand in Wyoming
With 180 active Appendectomy providers serving approximately 580,000 residents, Wyoming maintains adequate surgical capacity in urban areas but faces shortages in frontier regions. The high provider-to-population ratio in cities like Jackson contrasts sharply with underserved rural counties, creating wait time and cost disparities. Recruitment challenges in rural areas often result in higher compensation packages for surgeons, which can influence procedure 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 Wyoming
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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 |