Cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit
in New Mexico
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Mexico's rural geography creates significant healthcare access challenges, with many residents traveling long distances for specialized surgical care. Gallbladder Removal Surgery patients typically pay between $588 and $1,628, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,036 based on negotiated insurance rates. The state maintains 1,248 active providers offering laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedures, allowing patients to browse options across urban centers like Albuquerque and Santa Fe as well as rural communities throughout New Mexico.
Average
$1,084
Median
$1,036
Lowest
$589
Highest
$1,628
Providers
1,248
3% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in New Mexico?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,216 | $2,132 | $3,606 | 1,195 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,203 | $2,095 | $3,377 | 1,197 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $474 | $921 | $1,551 | 1,206 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $487 | $840 | $1,281 | 1,185 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $507 | $884 | $1,408 | 1,265 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $752 | $1,446 | $2,453 | 1,205 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $566 | $927 | $1,494 | 1,188 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $253 | $430 | $694 | 1,200 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $465 | $770 | $1,226 | 1,171 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $560 | $940 | $1,525 | 1,198 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $385 | $634 | $1,031 | 1,183 |
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 Mexico
These hospitals in New Mexico are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LAS CRUCES, NM
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ESPANOLA, NM
SILVER CITY, NM
SANTA FE, NM
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 Mexico
New Mexico's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and competitive pressures from neighboring states like Texas and Colorado. The concentration of major medical facilities in Albuquerque and Santa Fe creates cost variations across the state's diverse geographic regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Albuquerque metropolitan area hosts the majority of New Mexico's surgical specialists, while rural counties like Hidalgo and Catron have extremely limited surgical capacity. Patients in rural areas often travel 100+ miles for laparoscopic cholecystectomy, potentially adding transportation and lodging costs to their surgical expenses. This geographic disparity means rural residents may face both higher indirect costs and longer wait times for non-emergency procedures.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient departments typically charge 40-60% more than ambulatory surgery centers for the same laparoscopic procedure in New Mexico. Presbyterian Healthcare Services, UNM Health System, and other major health systems operate both hospital and ambulatory facilities with different fee structures. Independent surgery centers often provide more competitive pricing but may have more limited insurance network participation.
Insurance Market Competition in New Mexico
The state's insurance market is relatively concentrated with Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare, and Molina serving most residents, resulting in less price competition than in larger states. Molina's strong Medicaid presence and BCBS NM's dominant commercial market share give these insurers significant negotiating power with surgical providers. Limited insurer competition can mean fewer low-cost network options for patients, particularly in rural markets with even less choice.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Mexico
New Mexico's 1,248 active providers offering gallbladder surgery represents adequate coverage for the state's population, though distribution favors urban areas significantly. The University of New Mexico's medical training programs help maintain surgical workforce levels, but rural recruitment remains challenging. Adequate provider supply in Albuquerque keeps wait times reasonable and creates some pricing competition, while rural areas may have longer scheduling delays but potentially more personalized care relationships.
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 Mexico
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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 |