Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Alabama
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Alabama's healthcare system serves a largely rural population with concentrated specialist availability in metropolitan areas like Birmingham and Huntsville. Septoplasty patients typically pay between $433 and $1,315, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $687 based on negotiated insurance rates. Alabama has over 2,350 active Septoplasty providers across the state, allowing patients to browse all providers in Alabama to find the best fit for their needs.
Average
$812
Median
$687
Lowest
$433
Highest
$1,315
Providers
2,358
12% below national average
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How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Alabama?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $964 | $1,625 | $2,946 | 2,353 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $80 | $1,512 | $2,767 | 2,636 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $418 | $688 | $1,195 | 2,384 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $382 | $619 | $1,165 | 2,356 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $450 | $822 | $1,450 | 2,367 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $672 | $1,208 | 2,672 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $608 | $1,138 | $1,856 | 2,372 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $195 | $351 | $615 | 2,367 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $356 | $598 | $1,111 | 2,352 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $366 | $652 | $1,251 | 2,366 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $294 | $566 | $910 | 2,356 |
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 30520 — Septoplasty or submucous resection). 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 30520 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 30520 (Septoplasty or submucous resection), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 30520 covers: the provider's professional fee for septoplasty. 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 Alabama
These hospitals in Alabama are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
FAYETTE, AL
DADEVILLE, AL
PHENIX CITY, AL
BIRMINGHAM, AL
TROY, AL
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Septoplasty Visit Costs Vary Across Alabama
Alabama's healthcare costs run approximately 8% below the national average, reflecting lower overhead expenses and regional economic factors. The state's rural geography creates significant disparities in specialist access, with most ENT surgeons concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile metropolitan areas.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Alabama's 67 counties have highly concentrated specialist availability, with Jefferson County (Birmingham) housing nearly 40% of the state's ENT surgeons. Rural counties often have no local ENT providers, forcing patients to travel 50-100 miles for septoplasty consultations and follow-up care. This geographic disparity can increase total treatment costs due to travel expenses and lost wages.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Huntsville Hospital system facilities typically charge premium rates due to their academic medical center status and complex case referrals. Independent ambulatory surgery centers often offer 20-30% lower facility fees for routine septoplasty procedures. Some practices have moved to office-based procedures under local anesthesia to reduce costs further.
Insurance Market Competition in Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama's market dominance limits competitive pressure on negotiated rates compared to states with more insurer competition. The individual marketplace has only 2-3 carriers in most counties, reducing patient choice and potentially inflating specialist reimbursement rates. This concentrated market structure can lead to higher out-of-pocket costs for patients with limited plan options.
Physician Supply and Demand in Alabama
With over 2,350 active septoplasty providers reported in transparency data, Alabama appears to have adequate surgical capacity in metropolitan areas. However, the uneven distribution means rural patients face longer wait times and may pay travel premiums for care. Urban areas like Birmingham have sufficient provider competition to moderate pricing, while rural regions may see higher fees due to limited options.
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 — Septoplasty Costs in Alabama
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 30520)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin Range: $95 – $4,419 | $1,865 |
| 2 | Massachusetts Range: $456 – $2,788 | $1,415 |
| 3 | Nebraska Range: $765 – $1,627 | $1,273 |
| 4 | Wyoming Range: $714 – $1,996 | $1,260 |
| 5 | Rhode Island Range: $555 – $2,160 | $1,256 |
| 6 | Georgia Range: $499 – $2,190 | $1,213 |
| 7 | Iowa Range: $549 – $1,627 | $1,201 |
| 8 | New Hampshire Range: $563 – $1,719 | $1,178 |
| 9 | Maine Range: $811 – $1,346 | $1,156 |
| 10 | Connecticut Range: $432 – $2,160 | $1,124 |
| 11 | Delaware Range: $449 – $2,160 | $1,112 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania Range: $434 – $2,160 | $1,104 |
| 13 | New York Range: $466 – $2,160 | $1,084 |
| 14 | District of Columbia Range: $461 – $1,588 | $1,036 |
| 15 | California Range: $80 – $2,160 | $1,020 |
| 16 | North Carolina Range: $500 – $1,710 | $1,012 |
| 17 | New Mexico Range: $566 – $1,494 | $996 |
| 18 | Colorado Range: $526 – $1,567 | $983 |
| 19 | Utah Range: $90 – $1,485 | $981 |
| 20 | West Virginia Range: $461 – $1,698 | $980 |
| 21 | Vermont Range: $500 – $1,577 | $966 |
| 22 | North Dakota Range: $381 – $1,627 | $952 |
| 23 | Kentucky Range: $435 – $1,627 | $951 |
| 24 | Washington Range: $80 – $1,793 | $910 |
| 25 | South Carolina Range: $466 – $1,422 | $856 |
| 26 | South Dakota Range: $90 – $1,627 | $855 |
| 27 | Oregon Range: $80 – $1,641 | $855 |
| 28 | Minnesota Range: $91 – $1,627 | $842 |
| 29 | Illinois Range: $512 – $1,289 | $828 |
| 30 | Maryland Range: $461 – $1,395 | $824 |
| 31 | Alabama Range: $433 – $1,315 | $812 |
| 32 | Mississippi Range: $471 – $1,357 | $808 |
| 33 | Tennessee Range: $516 – $1,155 | $801 |
| 34 | Arkansas Range: $433 – $1,074 | $798 |
| 35 | New Jersey Range: $406 – $1,411 | $794 |
| 36 | Virginia Range: $433 – $1,298 | $792 |
| 37 | Missouri Range: $573 – $954 | $783 |
| 38 | Oklahoma Range: $500 – $1,200 | $774 |
| 39 | Kansas Range: $569 – $981 | $772 |
| 40 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $1,376 | $771 |
| 41 | Idaho Range: $80 – $1,422 | $762 |
| 42 | Indiana Range: $90 – $1,472 | $748 |
| 43 | Michigan Range: $532 – $1,072 | $746 |
| 44 | Nevada Range: $463 – $1,103 | $731 |
| 45 | Louisiana Range: $399 – $1,133 | $723 |
| 46 | Arizona Range: $498 – $1,072 | $701 |
| 47 | Ohio Range: $357 – $1,116 | $688 |
| 48 | Texas Range: $90 – $1,309 | $679 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $1,251 | $470 |
| 50 | Montana Range: $80 – $920 | $360 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $938 | $343 |