Cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit
in New Hampshire
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Hampshire's relatively small provider network and mountainous geography contribute to healthcare costs running approximately 11% above the national average, particularly affecting surgical procedures. For Gallbladder Removal Surgery in the state, patients typically pay between $634 and $1,922, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,240 based on negotiated insurance rates. New Hampshire maintains 3,676 active providers offering laparoscopic cholecystectomy services, giving patients options to compare costs and find quality care across the state's ten counties.
Average
$1,265
Median
$1,240
Lowest
$634
Highest
$1,921
Providers
3,676
13% above national average
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How does gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in New Hampshire?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,433 | $2,439 | $4,078 | 3,658 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,434 | $2,442 | $4,083 | 3,670 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $528 | $993 | $1,548 | 3,663 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $573 | $1,014 | $1,631 | 3,662 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $558 | $1,131 | $1,752 | 3,682 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $887 | $1,611 | $2,143 | 3,663 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $563 | $1,251 | $1,719 | 3,662 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $290 | $545 | $831 | 3,657 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $504 | $981 | $1,521 | 3,656 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $536 | $1,233 | $1,658 | 3,659 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $429 | $818 | $1,267 | 3,658 |
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.
Top-Rated Hospitals in New Hampshire
These hospitals in New Hampshire are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LITTLETON, NH
LEBANON, NH
DOVER, NH
LEBANON, NH
NEW LONDON, NH
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit Costs Vary Across New Hampshire
New Hampshire's healthcare costs run approximately 11% above national averages, driven by the state's rural geography and relatively small population spread across mountainous terrain. The concentration of major medical facilities in the southern tier near Massachusetts creates access challenges for northern residents, often requiring longer travel distances for specialized surgical care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Manchester-Nashua corridor and Portsmouth area contain most of New Hampshire's surgical specialists, while the North Country and western regions have limited local options for gallbladder surgery. Rural patients often travel to Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon or drive south to access more affordable surgical centers. This geographic concentration allows urban providers to maintain higher pricing due to convenience factors.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient surgery departments in New Hampshire typically charge 30-50% more than independent ambulatory surgical centers for laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Large health systems like Dartmouth-Hitchcock and Catholic Medical Center have higher overhead costs that get passed to patients through facility fees. Smaller independent surgical centers often offer more competitive pricing but may have limited availability for urgent cases.
Insurance Market Competition in New Hampshire
Anthem holds the largest market share in New Hampshire, followed by Harvard Pilgrim and Cigna, creating moderate but not intense price competition among insurers. Rural areas may have fewer plan choices on the individual market, reducing insurers' incentive to negotiate aggressively with providers. The limited number of major health systems also reduces provider competition compared to more densely populated states.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Hampshire
New Hampshire maintains an adequate supply of general surgeons with 3,676 providers offering gallbladder removal services statewide, though distribution favors urban areas. The state's aging population and proximity to Massachusetts create steady demand for surgical services, allowing providers to maintain pricing power. Wait times for elective gallbladder surgery typically range from 2-4 weeks in urban areas but may extend longer in rural regions.
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 New Hampshire
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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 |