Laryngoscopy Cost by Hospital

Laryngoscopy is a surgical procedure. Prices are from 1846 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$590median cash price · 1846 hospitals, 52 statestypically $158–$2,617 depending on the hospital
≈ 3.1× Medicare · On the higher sideFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$1,010
Cash / self-pay
$590
Insurer-negotiated
$486
Medicare pays
$189
$158$2,617
Median cash $590  ·  Medicare $189  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $590 — about 3.1× the Medicare rate ($189). On the higher side. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($378).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $1,010 list price could save about $420 (42%).

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Rough estimate from this procedure’s median insurer-negotiated rate. Your actual cost depends on your plan — confirm with your insurer.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurerCMS ratingER waitReadmit
Tanner Medical Center-East Alabama Wedowee, AL $89 $905 94 min 14.6%
Cumberland Medical Center Crossville, TN $90 $282 ★ 4/5 201 min 15.1%
Morristown Hamblen Hospital Association Morristown, TN $90 $259 ★ 2/5 199 min 15.7%
Roane Medical Center Harriman, TN $90 $259 ★ 4/5 174 min 15.5%
Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge Oak Ridge, TN $90 $259 ★ 4/5 184 min 15.0%
Leconte Medical Center Sevierville, TN $90 $282 ★ 5/5 195 min 14.4%
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center Knoxville, TN $90 $282 ★ 3/5 242 min 15.1%
Parkwest Medical Center Knoxville, TN $92 $1,575 ★ 3/5 259 min 14.9%
San Juan Hospital Monticello, UT $93 $119 122 min 14.9%
Fort Loudoun Medical Center Lenoir City, TN $93 $282 ★ 4/5 170 min 14.6%
Hills & Dales General Hospital Cass City, MI $94 $369 ★ 4/5 94 min 14.7%
Aurelia Osborn Fox Memorial Hospital Oneonta, NY $95 $246 ★ 3/5 123 min 15.2%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Union City Union City, TN $97 $319 ★ 4/5 139 min 14.5%
Westfield Memorial Hospital, Inc Westfield, NY $99 $196 114 min 14.8%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. Jonesboro, AR $101 $268 ★ 3/5 128 min 15.3%
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden, Inc West Memphis, AR $101 $268 147 min 14.7%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County New Albany, MS $101 $268 ★ 4/5 144 min 14.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms Oxford, MS $101 $268 ★ 4/5 153 min 16.2%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville Booneville, MS $101 $268 ★ 3/5 106 min 14.4%
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS $101 $268 ★ 2/5 213 min 16.1%
Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS $101 $268 ★ 3/5 255 min 15.7%
Baptist Medical Center-Yazoo Yazoo City, MS $101 $268 86 min 15.1%
Baptist Medical Center-Leake Carthage, MS $101 $268 ★ 2/5 94 min 15.1%
Baptist Medical Center Attala Kosciusko, MS $101 $268 73 min 15.3%
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County Huntingdon, TN $101 $268 ★ 4/5 118 min 15.1%

CMS rating = overall hospital star rating (1–5); ER wait = median minutes in the emergency department; Readmit = 30-day readmission rate (lower is better) — all from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” = not reported. Data last updated August 2026. Prices from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Prices below 15% of the median are excluded as likely partial or mis-coded charges. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

What insurers pay for Laryngoscopy

Median in-network negotiated rate by insurer, across hospitals that publish it (cheapest first). Your actual rate depends on your specific plan and deductible. Cash / self-pay for comparison: $590; Medicare pays $189.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Medicaid 260
$75
$31 – $614
Univera 14
$130
$56 – $173
Independent Health 27
$154
$71 – $554
Medicare 448
$179
$29 – $1,911
Geisinger 63
$189
$90 – $1,900
Highmark 110
$198
$64 – $2,270
Devoted Health 159
$208
$134 – $1,789
Tricare / VA 315
$210
$66 – $2,041
AmeriHealth 190
$211
$72 – $3,251
Amerigroup 146
$211
$72 – $1,689
Priority Health 46
$212
$95 – $1,704
Molina Healthcare 515
$242
$72 – $2,702
UCare 59
$242
$69 – $1,846
AvMed 51
$244
$149 – $8,971
HealthPartners 171
$272
$86 – $2,038
Sanford Health Plan 45
$303
$69 – $2,390
MVP Health Care 68
$321
$87 – $2,989
Medica 151
$331
$129 – $1,832
Kaiser Permanente 213
$343
$111 – $3,115
Humana 870
$371
$101 – $2,569
Harvard Pilgrim 35
$385
$164 – $1,705
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 97
$417
$198 – $2,612
Blue Cross Blue Shield 1069
$429
$72 – $3,691
UPMC Health Plan 98
$455
$115 – $3,317
Centene / Ambetter 679
$481
$73 – $2,299
Health Net 238
$535
$119 – $4,151
MultiPlan / PHCS network 655
$557
$204 – $3,716
UnitedHealthcare 1241
$571
$106 – $3,845
Coventry 112
$603
$180 – $3,753
Security Health Plan 46
$606
$157 – $3,043
Anthem 468
$718
$68 – $5,003
Bright Health 46
$1,184
$870 – $3,105
EmblemHealth 58
$1,200
$154 – $14,042
SelectHealth 40
$1,268
$195 – $5,307
Aetna 1157
$1,455
$148 – $4,955
Cigna 946
$1,734
$188 – $7,480
Healthcare Highways 41
$2,430
$1,066 – $14,320
Oscar Health 209
$2,660
$312 – $4,723

Negotiated rates are from hospitals’ machine-readable files (45 CFR §180); payer names are normalized to major brands, so a brand may span several plans. Estimates — confirm with your insurer.

Where it’s cheapest

StateMedian cash
Mississippi$137
Arizona$179
Maryland$225
Tennessee$225
Virginia$225
New Mexico$226

Prices by city

Prices by state

Doctors who perform this

Clinicians who reported the most Medicare volume for this service. This reflects Original Medicare activity only and is a volume signal, not a quality ranking.

ClinicianSpecialtyLocationMedicare services
Harvey Paley, M.D.OtolaryngologyEncino, CA35,380
Erick Guillory, P. A.Physician AssistantBeverly Hills, CA2,356
Melissa Hughes, NP-CNurse PractitionerKingsburg, CA2,104
Fatima Moon, PA-CPhysician AssistantFrisco, TX1,867
Marcus Olsen, PA-CPhysician AssistantSan Jose, CA1,661
Emma HolbrookPhysician AssistantLa Mesa, CA987
Sina Nasri-Chenijani, MDOtolaryngologyLas Vegas, NV987
Christopher Walz, M.D.OtolaryngologyRancho Mirage, CA956
Michael Jungkeit, M.D.OtolaryngologyPoulsbo, WA930
Mukesh Prasad, MDOtolaryngologyNew York, NY755
Roberto Castellon, MDOtolaryngologyLancaster, OH684
Leela Lavasani, M.D.OtolaryngologyNaples, FL669

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Does Medicare cover Laryngoscopy?

Yes — Medicare generally covers Laryngoscopy. It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $189. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $38 — unless a Medicare Advantage or supplemental (Medigap) plan covers it.

General guidance from Medicare’s national rates — your actual coverage and share depend on medical necessity, your plan, and where the service is performed. Confirm with Medicare or your plan.

About these prices

Based on prices published by 1846 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $590, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $1,010, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $486, a Medicare rate of about $189. Most cash prices fall between $158 and $2,617 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save

  • Ask each hospital for its cash / self-pay price — for shoppable services it is often far below the list price.
  • Compare several nearby hospitals; prices for the same service can differ severalfold.
  • Request a written estimate and the billing code (CPT/DRG) before scheduling.
  • Use the Medicare benchmark above to judge whether a quote is reasonable.
  • If you are uninsured, ask about financial assistance or prompt-pay discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Laryngoscopy cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 1846 US hospitals is $590. Most hospitals fall between $158 and $2,617. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover Laryngoscopy?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $189). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for Laryngoscopy?
Medicare pays about $189. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do Laryngoscopy prices vary between hospitals?
Hospitals set their own chargemaster and cash prices and negotiate different rates with each insurer, so two hospitals in the same area can charge very differently for the same service.
Is the cash price lower than using insurance?
Sometimes. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the cash/self-pay price can be lower than the insurer-negotiated rate — ask the hospital for both.

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