Cost of a Septoplasty Visit
in Vermont
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Vermont's small but concentrated healthcare market, dominated by a few major health systems, creates unique pricing dynamics for specialty care across the Green Mountain State. Septoplasty patients typically pay between $499.83 and $1,577.42, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $820.89 based on negotiated insurance rates. Vermont maintains 327 active Septoplasty providers across its rural and urban centers, offering patients multiple options to browse all providers throughout the state.
Average
$966
Median
$821
Lowest
$500
Highest
$1,577
Providers
327
5% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does septoplasty compare to related procedures in Vermont?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $958 | $1,455 | $3,286 | 326 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $959 | $1,457 | $3,289 | 329 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $403 | $643 | $1,548 | 325 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $410 | $629 | $1,326 | 331 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $492 | $746 | $1,597 | 331 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $449 | $682 | $1,463 | 337 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $678 | $1,043 | $2,143 | 325 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $220 | $342 | $693 | 324 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $391 | $596 | $1,271 | 325 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $491 | $749 | $1,593 | 324 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $338 | $519 | $1,053 | 324 |
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.
Why Septoplasty Visit Costs Vary Across Vermont
Vermont's healthcare costs run approximately 15% above national averages, driven by the state's rural geography and limited provider competition. The concentration of specialty care in the Burlington area creates cost disparities between urban and rural regions throughout the Green Mountain State.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Burlington and its surrounding Chittenden County house most of Vermont's Septoplasty specialists, while rural areas like the Northeast Kingdom rely on traveling specialists or telemedicine consultations. This geographic concentration allows Burlington providers to command higher fees, while rural practices may offer more competitive pricing to attract patients from wide service areas.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
The University of Vermont Medical Center and other hospital-based systems dominate Vermont's specialty care market, typically charging facility fees that independent practices cannot. Smaller ENT practices in communities like Brattleboro or Rutland often provide more affordable options without sacrificing quality of care.
Insurance Market Competition in Vermont
With primarily BCBS Vermont and MVP Health Care controlling the market, limited insurer competition reduces negotiating pressure on provider rates. This concentrated market structure contributes to Vermont's higher-than-average specialist costs compared to states with more competitive insurance landscapes.
Physician Supply and Demand in Vermont
Vermont's 327 active Septoplasty providers serve a population of just over 640,000, creating adequate supply in urban areas but potential access challenges in rural regions. This geographic maldistribution allows specialists in underserved areas to maintain higher prices due to limited local competition and travel barriers for patients.
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 Vermont
What is the average cost of a Septoplasty visit in Vermont without insurance?
Does Vermont Medicaid cover Septoplasty visits?
How do I find an affordable Septoplasty near me in Vermont?
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Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Septoplasty visit in Vermont?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Septoplasty in Vermont?
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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 |