Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in North Carolina
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
North Carolina's growing ambulatory surgery center market has created more options for septoplasty procedures, with costs running approximately 2% below the national average. Septoplasty patients typically pay between $499.83 and $1,709.54, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $826.61 based on negotiated insurance rates. With over 2,178 active septoplasty providers across the state, patients can browse all providers in North Carolina to find affordable care options.
Average
$1,012
Median
$827
Lowest
$500
Highest
$1,710
Providers
2,178
10% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in North Carolina?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $1,136 | $2,013 | $3,785 | 2,164 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $90 | $1,880 | $3,786 | 2,366 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $390 | $821 | $1,609 | 2,276 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $450 | $795 | $1,504 | 2,192 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $488 | $940 | $1,839 | 2,261 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $776 | $1,655 | 2,518 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,325 | $2,597 | 2,276 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $217 | $396 | $820 | 2,252 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $426 | $698 | $1,453 | 2,159 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $346 | $831 | $1,713 | 2,257 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $349 | $592 | $1,241 | 2,171 |
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 North Carolina
These hospitals in North Carolina are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
ASHEVILLE, NC
WINSTON-SALEM, NC
SILER CITY, NC
HENDERSONVILLE, NC
DURHAM, NC
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 North Carolina
North Carolina's septoplasty costs run approximately 2% below the national average, reflecting the state's moderate cost of living and growing competition among ambulatory surgery centers. The state's diverse geography creates significant cost variations between urban medical hubs like Charlotte and Raleigh-Durham versus rural mountain and coastal communities.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
The Research Triangle and Charlotte metropolitan areas concentrate most of North Carolina's subspecialty otolaryngologists, creating competitive pricing in these markets. Rural counties in western and eastern North Carolina often have limited local options, forcing patients to travel to urban centers or settle for higher-cost hospital-based care. This geographic disparity can add travel costs but sometimes results in lower procedure fees outside major metro areas.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Large health systems like Atrium Health, UNC Health, and Duke Health operate numerous hospital-based outpatient surgery centers with higher overhead costs reflected in their pricing. Independent surgery centers and specialty practices typically offer more competitive rates, particularly in competitive markets like the Triangle. Ambulatory surgery centers have been expanding rapidly across North Carolina, increasing options and price competition for septoplasty procedures.
Insurance Market Competition in North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina maintains the largest market share, followed by UnitedHealthcare and Aetna, creating moderate insurer competition. The absence of a state-run health insurance exchange means residents use the federal marketplace, which has seen improving insurer participation in recent years. Rural counties often have fewer insurer options, potentially limiting network choices and negotiating power for lower rates.
Physician Supply and Demand in North Carolina
With 2,178 active septoplasty providers statewide, North Carolina shows relatively strong physician availability compared to many southeastern states. The presence of major academic medical centers like Duke and UNC helps attract and train specialists, though distribution remains heavily concentrated in urban areas. This adequate supply in metropolitan areas helps keep prices competitive, while rural shortages can drive up costs in underserved 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 North Carolina
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Septoplasty visit in North Carolina?
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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 |