Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Colorado
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Colorado's healthcare market runs approximately 8% above national averages, driven by the state's competitive ambulatory surgery center landscape centered in the Denver metro area. Septoplasty patients typically pay between $526 and $1,567, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $855 based on negotiated insurance rates from over 1,300 active providers. Colorado maintains a robust network of ENT specialists and facial plastic surgeons across both urban corridors and mountain communities, allowing patients to browse multiple qualified providers throughout the state.
Average
$983
Median
$855
Lowest
$526
Highest
$1,567
Providers
1,308
7% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Colorado?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,136 | $2,049 | $3,475 | 1,282 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $940 | $1,978 | $3,328 | 1,345 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $808 | $2,114 | 1,468 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $452 | $805 | $1,326 | 1,321 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $90 | $940 | $1,635 | 1,256 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $85 | $789 | $1,421 | 1,461 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,202 | $2,204 | 1,315 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $85 | $385 | $694 | 1,441 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $441 | $712 | $1,242 | 1,269 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $877 | $1,561 | 1,292 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $364 | $629 | $1,110 | 1,293 |
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 Colorado
These hospitals in Colorado are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
DURANGO, CO
FRISCO, CO
LAKEWOOD, CO
GRAND JUNCTION, CO
CORTEZ, CO
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 Colorado
Colorado's healthcare costs run approximately 8% above national averages, influenced by the state's high cost of living and concentrated medical markets along the Front Range urban corridor. The competitive ambulatory surgery center landscape, particularly around Denver, creates both premium pricing and innovative cost-saving options for septoplasty patients.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Denver-Boulder metropolitan area hosts the majority of Colorado's ENT specialists, while mountain communities and the Eastern Plains rely on traveling surgeons or require patients to travel for specialized nasal procedures. This geographic concentration drives higher costs in metro areas but also provides more competitive pricing options.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-affiliated ENT practices like those within UCHealth, Presbyterian/Saint Joseph, and SCL Health systems often charge facility fees that independent surgical centers avoid. Colorado's numerous ambulatory surgery centers, particularly in the Denver area, frequently offer septoplasty at 30-50% less than hospital outpatient departments.
Insurance Market Competition in Colorado
UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, and Kaiser Permanente dominate Colorado's market, creating competitive negotiated rates for septoplasty procedures. The state's relatively competitive insurance landscape means providers must offer reasonable pricing to maintain broad network participation, benefiting patients with multiple coverage options.
Physician Supply and Demand in Colorado
With over 1,300 active providers performing septoplasty procedures, Colorado maintains adequate specialist availability relative to its population of 5.8 million residents. This healthy supply-demand balance helps moderate pricing pressures while ensuring reasonable wait times for non-urgent nasal surgeries, particularly in the Front Range corridor.
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 Colorado
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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 |