Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Georgia
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Georgia's healthcare market features strong provider networks across major metropolitan areas like Atlanta and Augusta, though rural regions face greater access challenges. Septoplasty patients typically pay between $499 and $2,190, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $950 for this nasal surgery procedure. The state's 2,853 active Septoplasty providers offer patients substantial choice when selecting an in-network surgeon for deviated septum correction.
Average
$1,213
Median
$950
Lowest
$499
Highest
$2,190
Providers
2,853
32% above national average
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How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Georgia?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,131 | $2,136 | $5,082 | 2,851 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $1,115 | $2,021 | $5,088 | 2,920 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $93 | $811 | $2,005 | 3,287 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $450 | $854 | $2,024 | 2,855 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $553 | $1,141 | $2,490 | 2,917 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $85 | $976 | $2,038 | 3,158 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,337 | $2,855 | 3,043 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $196 | $478 | $981 | 3,030 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $421 | $902 | $1,969 | 2,843 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $350 | $982 | $2,473 | 3,025 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $344 | $646 | $1,930 | 2,848 |
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 Georgia
These hospitals in Georgia are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
BREMEN, GA
REIDSVILLE, GA
CHATSWORTH, GA
Fort Gordon, GA
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 Georgia
Georgia's healthcare costs run approximately 1% below national averages, reflecting the state's moderate cost of living and growing ambulatory surgery center market. The state's mix of urban medical hubs and expansive rural territories creates distinct pricing patterns for specialty procedures like septoplasty.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Metro Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah concentrate most of Georgia's ENT specialists, while rural counties often require patients to travel 50+ miles for septoplasty consultations. Urban competition among health systems like Emory, Piedmont, and WellStar helps moderate pricing, whereas rural areas may have limited surgeon options. This geographic disparity can create $500-$1,000 cost differences between metropolitan and rural septoplasty providers.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-owned ENT practices in Georgia typically charge higher facility fees than independent surgery centers, particularly at academic institutions like Emory University Hospital. Large health systems such as Piedmont and Augusta University Health often bundle facility costs differently than standalone ENT practices. Ambulatory surgery centers have gained market share in Georgia, offering septoplasty at 20-30% lower total costs than hospital outpatient departments.
Insurance Market Competition in Georgia
Georgia's insurance market features moderate competition among Anthem, UHC, and Cigna, with regional variations in negotiated rates for septoplasty procedures. The Atlanta metro area sees the most insurer competition, potentially leading to better-negotiated rates for specialty procedures. Rural Georgia counties often have fewer insurer options, which can result in less favorable negotiated rates and higher out-of-pocket costs for patients.
Physician Supply and Demand in Georgia
Georgia's 2,853 active septoplasty providers suggest adequate specialist availability relative to the state's population, particularly in urban corridors. This healthy provider supply helps maintain competitive pricing and reasonable wait times for consultations in metro areas. However, the concentration of specialists in Atlanta and other major cities means rural patients may face longer travel distances and potentially higher total costs when factoring in time and transportation.
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 Georgia
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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 |