Cost of a Gallbladder Removal Surgery Visit
in North Carolina
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
North Carolina's healthcare market features over 2,200 active Gallbladder Removal Surgery providers across its diverse geography, from the Research Triangle to rural mountain counties. Patients seeking Gallbladder Removal Surgery typically pay between $488 and $1,839, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $940 based on negotiated insurance rates. You can browse all available Gallbladder Removal Surgery providers throughout North Carolina to compare costs and find in-network options.
Average
$1,089
Median
$940
Lowest
$488
Highest
$1,839
Providers
2,261
3% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) compare to related procedures in North Carolina?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,136 | $2,013 | $3,785 | 2,164 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,880 | $3,786 | 2,366 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $390 | $821 | $1,609 | 2,276 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $450 | $795 | $1,504 | 2,192 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $776 | $1,655 | 2,518 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,325 | $2,597 | 2,276 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $500 | $827 | $1,710 | 2,178 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $217 | $396 | $820 | 2,252 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $426 | $698 | $1,453 | 2,159 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $346 | $831 | $1,713 | 2,257 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $349 | $592 | $1,241 | 2,171 |
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 North Carolina
These hospitals in North Carolina are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
ASHEVILLE, NC
WINSTON-SALEM, NC
SILER CITY, NC
HENDERSONVILLE, NC
DURHAM, NC
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 North Carolina
North Carolina's surgical costs run approximately 2% below national averages, reflecting the state's mix of competitive urban markets and lower-cost rural areas. The state's growing ambulatory surgery center market has increased competition and helped moderate pricing for outpatient procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Research Triangle and Charlotte metro areas have high concentrations of surgical specialists, creating competitive pricing and shorter wait times. Rural counties in the western mountains and eastern coastal plains often require patients to travel significant distances for specialized laparoscopic surgery, potentially increasing total procedure costs due to travel and lodging expenses.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Large health systems like Atrium Health in Charlotte and UNC Health across the Triangle typically charge premium rates due to higher overhead and academic medical center status. Independent ambulatory surgery centers and smaller community hospitals often offer the same laparoscopic procedures at 20-30% lower costs. Facility fees represent a significant portion of total surgical expenses and vary dramatically by setting.
Insurance Market Competition in North Carolina
The presence of major insurers including Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna creates moderate competition that helps control negotiated rates with surgical providers. Rural markets often have fewer insurer options, potentially leading to higher negotiated rates due to reduced competition. The state's insurance commissioner actively monitors rate increases, providing some consumer protection.
Physician Supply and Demand in North Carolina
With over 2,200 active providers performing laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, North Carolina has adequate surgical capacity in most regions, though distribution favors urban areas. This robust provider network helps maintain competitive pricing and reasonable access to care. Rural counties may experience longer wait times due to geographic concentration of specialists in metropolitan areas.
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 North Carolina
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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 |