Cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit
in Hawaii
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Hawaii's unique island geography and limited provider network contribute to healthcare costs that run approximately 16% above the national average. For Gallbladder Removal Surgery in Hawaii, negotiated insurance rates typically range from $80 to $1,507, with a median cost of $929 based on transparency data from 68 active providers across the islands. Patients can browse qualified Gallbladder Removal Surgery specialists throughout Hawaii's healthcare system.
Average
$838
Median
$929
Lowest
$80
Highest
$1,507
Providers
68
25% below national average
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How does gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in Hawaii?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,018 | $1,894 | $2,946 | 46 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,896 | $2,947 | 50 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $746 | $1,386 | 51 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $752 | $1,287 | 52 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $846 | $1,376 | 75 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,235 | $1,929 | 46 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $858 | $1,376 | 47 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $399 | $665 | 45 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $426 | $734 | $1,149 | 42 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $922 | $1,475 | 45 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $358 | $604 | $1,040 | 41 |
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 Hawaii
Healthcare costs in Hawaii run approximately 16% above national averages due to the state's isolated location, import dependencies, and limited provider competition. The island healthcare market faces unique challenges including physician recruitment difficulties and higher operational costs for medical facilities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Oahu concentrates most of Hawaii's surgical specialists, while neighbor islands like Kauai and Molokai have limited local options, often requiring patient travel to Honolulu for complex procedures. This geographic dispersion creates access barriers and additional travel costs for outer island residents seeking specialized surgical care.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based surgical practices dominate Hawaii's market, with systems like The Queen's Health System and Hawaii Pacific Health operating most major facilities. Independent surgical centers are less common due to high overhead costs and regulatory requirements, contributing to higher average pricing across the state.
Insurance Market Competition in Hawaii
The concentrated insurance market with HMSA, UnitedHealthcare, and Kaiser as dominant players creates less pricing pressure than more competitive mainland markets. HMSA's strong market position as the state's Blue Cross affiliate gives it significant negotiating power with providers, while Kaiser's integrated model offers different cost structures.
Physician Supply and Demand in Hawaii
With 68 active providers performing Gallbladder Removal Surgery across the islands, Hawaii faces ongoing challenges recruiting and retaining surgical specialists due to high living costs and geographic isolation. This limited supply relative to population needs contributes to higher pricing and longer wait times for non-urgent procedures.
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 Hawaii
What is the average cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery visit in Hawaii without insurance?
Does Hawaii Medicaid cover Gallbladder Removal Surgery visits?
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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 Gallbladder Removal Surgery visit in Hawaii?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Gallbladder Removal Surgery in Hawaii?
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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 |