Cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit
in Delaware
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Delaware's three-county healthcare market features concentrated provider networks that impact surgical pricing across the First State. Gallbladder Removal Surgery procedures typically cost between $416 and $2,073, with a median negotiated rate of $773 based on transparency data from 81 active providers. Delaware patients can compare costs and find qualified surgeons throughout Wilmington, Dover, and the surrounding communities.
Average
$1,087
Median
$773
Lowest
$416
Highest
$2,073
Providers
81
3% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Delaware?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,005 | $1,687 | $6,051 | 78 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $80 | $1,574 | $6,060 | 91 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $343 | $691 | $2,135 | 83 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $412 | $640 | $2,410 | 80 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $622 | $1,893 | 99 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,038 | $3,201 | 83 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $449 | $726 | $2,160 | 78 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $154 | $319 | $698 | 82 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $330 | $602 | $1,435 | 79 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $95 | $705 | $2,642 | 84 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $354 | $612 | $1,957 | 77 |
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 47562 — Laparoscopic cholecystectomy). 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 47562 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 47562 (Laparoscopic cholecystectomy), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 47562 covers: the provider's professional fee for gallbladder removal (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 Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across Delaware
Delaware's healthcare costs run approximately 11% above the national average, reflecting the state's proximity to expensive northeastern markets and limited geographic competition. The First State's compact size concentrates most surgical facilities within a 50-mile radius, reducing price variation but maintaining higher baseline costs.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Northern Delaware around Wilmington offers the highest concentration of surgical specialists, while Kent and Sussex counties have fewer options. Rural southern Delaware residents often travel to Dover or Wilmington for specialized procedures, adding transportation costs. The state's small size means most residents can access urban surgical centers within an hour's drive.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
ChristianaCare dominates Delaware's hospital market, operating major facilities in Wilmington and Newark with corresponding premium pricing. Independent ambulatory surgery centers in Dover and coastal areas typically offer lower facility fees. Hospital-based outpatient surgery departments charge facility fees that can double the total procedure cost.
Insurance Market Competition in Delaware
Highmark holds the largest market share followed by Aetna and UnitedHealthcare, creating moderate competition that keeps negotiated rates relatively stable. The state's small population limits the number of insurers willing to compete, reducing downward pressure on surgical costs. Delaware's insurance commissioner actively monitors rate increases for surgical procedures.
Physician Supply and Demand in Delaware
With 81 active providers offering laparoscopic cholecystectomy, Delaware has adequate surgical capacity relative to its population of under one million. The concentration of surgeons in northern Delaware creates some access challenges for southern county residents. Most Delaware surgeons trained at regional medical centers, maintaining consistent quality standards across the state.
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 — Gallbladder Removal Surgery Costs in Delaware
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 47562)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota Range: $691 – $6,146 | $4,328 |
| 2 | Minnesota Range: $444 – $6,146 | $4,246 |
| 3 | South Dakota Range: $80 – $6,146 | $2,400 |
| 4 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $4,635 | $1,976 |
| 5 | Iowa Range: $90 – $3,082 | $1,533 |
| 6 | Massachusetts Range: $476 – $2,717 | $1,417 |
| 7 | Georgia Range: $553 – $2,490 | $1,395 |
| 8 | Wyoming Range: $706 – $2,132 | $1,317 |
| 9 | New Hampshire Range: $634 – $1,921 | $1,265 |
| 10 | Nebraska Range: $796 – $1,526 | $1,250 |
| 11 | Maine Range: $746 – $1,286 | $1,094 |
| 12 | North Carolina Range: $488 – $1,839 | $1,089 |
| 13 | Delaware Range: $416 – $2,073 | $1,087 |
| 14 | New Mexico Range: $589 – $1,628 | $1,084 |
| 15 | District of Columbia Range: $511 – $1,619 | $1,079 |
| 16 | Connecticut Range: $416 – $1,820 | $1,028 |
| 17 | Missouri Range: $623 – $1,300 | $1,017 |
| 18 | Michigan Range: $430 – $1,565 | $1,012 |
| 19 | Rhode Island Range: $91 – $1,921 | $1,006 |
| 20 | Illinois Range: $85 – $1,984 | $1,004 |
| 21 | New York Range: $452 – $1,820 | $970 |
| 22 | Utah Range: $80 – $1,513 | $967 |
| 23 | California Range: $75 – $1,714 | $961 |
| 24 | New Jersey Range: $388 – $1,827 | $960 |
| 25 | Vermont Range: $492 – $1,597 | $945 |
| 26 | Mississippi Range: $518 – $1,655 | $943 |
| 27 | Pennsylvania Range: $98 – $1,984 | $930 |
| 28 | South Carolina Range: $483 – $1,594 | $929 |
| 29 | Indiana Range: $80 – $1,834 | $914 |
| 30 | Alabama Range: $450 – $1,450 | $907 |
| 31 | Louisiana Range: $473 – $1,416 | $904 |
| 32 | Washington Range: $80 – $1,815 | $900 |
| 33 | Arkansas Range: $416 – $1,328 | $891 |
| 34 | Tennessee Range: $531 – $1,300 | $889 |
| 35 | Colorado Range: $90 – $1,635 | $888 |
| 36 | Oregon Range: $80 – $1,770 | $867 |
| 37 | Maryland Range: $545 – $1,355 | $845 |
| 38 | Kansas Range: $623 – $1,104 | $844 |
| 39 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $1,507 | $838 |
| 40 | Oklahoma Range: $545 – $1,254 | $825 |
| 41 | Kentucky Range: $90 – $1,539 | $822 |
| 42 | West Virginia Range: $98 – $1,650 | $818 |
| 43 | Nevada Range: $536 – $1,081 | $774 |
| 44 | Idaho Range: $80 – $1,480 | $766 |
| 45 | Arizona Range: $557 – $1,115 | $743 |
| 46 | Texas Range: $90 – $1,300 | $722 |
| 47 | Virginia Range: $98 – $1,355 | $713 |
| 48 | Ohio Range: $85 – $1,185 | $646 |
| 49 | Montana Range: $80 – $1,124 | $428 |
| 50 | Florida Range: $35 – $1,191 | $427 |
| 51 | Alaska Range: $80 – $913 | $358 |