Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Louisiana
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Louisiana's post-Katrina healthcare infrastructure rebuild created a unique market where septoplasty costs vary significantly across the state's rebuilt medical facilities. Patients typically pay between $399 and $1,133 for septoplasty procedures, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $637. With 864 active septoplasty providers throughout Louisiana, patients can browse all available specialists to find the most cost-effective option for their nasal septum repair needs.
Average
$723
Median
$637
Lowest
$399
Highest
$1,133
Providers
864
21% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Louisiana?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $989 | $1,619 | $2,664 | 863 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $960 | $1,557 | $2,505 | 877 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $226 | $617 | $1,345 | 916 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $394 | $594 | $1,089 | 867 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $473 | $822 | $1,416 | 895 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $368 | $694 | $1,236 | 947 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $997 | $1,658 | 904 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $189 | $346 | $530 | 904 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $383 | $608 | $1,052 | 861 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $331 | $636 | $1,229 | 905 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $294 | $504 | $979 | 865 |
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 Louisiana
These hospitals in Louisiana are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
COLUMBIA, LA
COVINGTON, LA
LAFAYETTE, LA
ALEXANDRIA, LA
BATON ROUGE, LA
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 Louisiana
Louisiana's septoplasty costs run approximately 1% above national averages, reflecting the state's moderate healthcare market positioned between high-cost coastal regions and lower-cost southern markets. The concentration of medical expertise in New Orleans and Baton Rouge creates distinct pricing tiers across the state's diverse geographic regions.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
New Orleans and Baton Rouge metro areas concentrate most of Louisiana's otolaryngology specialists, while rural parishes often require patients to travel significant distances for septoplasty procedures. This geographic concentration allows urban providers to maintain higher pricing due to convenience and reduced competition. Rural patients may find lower procedure costs but must factor in travel expenses and time off work for multiple appointments.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based outpatient centers affiliated with Ochsner Health System and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center typically charge premium rates compared to independent surgical practices throughout Louisiana. Academic medical centers carry higher overhead costs that translate to increased patient charges, while ambulatory surgery centers often provide identical septoplasty outcomes at lower facility fees. The choice between hospital and outpatient center can impact total procedure costs by several hundred dollars.
Insurance Market Competition in Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna dominate the state's insurance market, creating moderate competition that keeps negotiated septoplasty rates relatively stable. The limited number of major insurers means that providers have less leverage in rate negotiations compared to more competitive markets. Rural areas often have even fewer insurer options, potentially leading to higher out-of-pocket costs for patients in those regions.
Physician Supply and Demand in Louisiana
With 864 active septoplasty providers serving Louisiana's 4.6 million residents, the state maintains adequate specialist availability in urban areas while facing shortages in rural parishes. This supply distribution creates pricing pressure in underserved areas where patients have fewer options, while competitive urban markets may offer more favorable rates. Wait times for non-urgent septoplasty procedures typically range from 2-6 weeks in metro areas but may extend longer in rural regions.
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 Louisiana
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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 |