Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Arizona
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Arizona's competitive ambulatory surgery center market has created more pricing transparency for septoplasty procedures than many states. Patients typically pay between $497 and $1,072 for septoplasty procedures, with a median cost of $535 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 4,000 active septoplasty providers across the state, Arizona offers significant choice for patients seeking nasal surgery specialists.
Average
$701
Median
$535
Lowest
$498
Highest
$1,072
Providers
4,221
24% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Arizona?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,097 | $1,136 | $2,276 | 4,502 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,097 | $1,137 | $2,279 | 5,350 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $448 | $496 | $898 | 5,028 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $452 | $452 | $907 | 4,418 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $557 | $557 | $1,115 | 5,012 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $90 | $507 | $1,016 | 6,248 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $749 | $752 | $1,507 | 4,305 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $240 | $240 | $480 | 4,297 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $432 | $440 | $882 | 4,188 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $525 | $553 | $1,108 | 4,299 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $352 | $364 | $729 | 4,203 |
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 Arizona
These hospitals in Arizona are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
PHOENIX, AZ
MESA, AZ
GOODYEAR, AZ
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
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 Arizona
Arizona's healthcare costs run approximately 5% above the national average for surgical procedures, reflecting the state's growing population and increasing demand for specialty services. The concentration of providers in Phoenix and Tucson creates competitive pricing in urban areas, while rural regions may have limited options but often lower overhead costs.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Phoenix-Scottsdale metropolitan area contains the majority of Arizona's septoplasty specialists, offering the most competitive pricing and shortest wait times. Rural counties like Cochise and Mohave have fewer surgical options, requiring some patients to travel to urban centers for specialized nasal surgery.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned outpatient surgery departments in Arizona typically charge 30-40% more than independent ambulatory surgery centers due to higher overhead costs. Major health systems like Banner Health and Dignity Health operate numerous facilities statewide, while independent surgery centers often provide more competitive cash-pay rates.
Insurance Market Competition in Arizona
Arizona's diverse insurer marketplace includes UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, and Aetna competing for market share, resulting in varied negotiated rates for septoplasty procedures. This competition generally benefits patients through more competitive pricing and broader provider networks than states with less insurer diversity.
Physician Supply and Demand in Arizona
With over 4,000 active septoplasty providers across Arizona, the state maintains adequate specialist availability relative to its population size. This healthy supply helps moderate pricing and reduces wait times, particularly in metropolitan areas where provider density is highest.
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 Arizona
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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 |