Spleen removal (splenectomy) — cost by hospital

Prices from 862 US hospitals across 51 states, from their machine-readable files.

Cash / self-pay (median)
$4,941
Chargemaster (median)
$5,951
Insurer-negotiated (median)
$8,821
Medicare pays
$1,036

Typical cash range: $1,218 – $18,859.

Lowest cash prices

HospitalLocationCashInsurer
O'connor Hospital Delhi, NY $543 $743
Little Falls Hospital Little Falls, NY $543 $616
Cobleskill Regional Hospital Cobleskill, NY $543 $712
Saint Vincent Hospital Erie, PA $559 $924
Jefferson Hospital Louisville, GA $590 $913
Jefferson Hospital Jefferson Hills, PA $590 $913
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital Nacogdoches, TX $607 $1,633
Jennie Stuart Medical Center Hopkinsville, KY $646 $1,066
Westfield Memorial Hospital, Inc Westfield, NY $683 $1,049
Canonsburg General Hospital Canonsburg, PA $683 $901
Forbes Hospital Monroeville, PA $683 $924
Grove City Medical Center Grove City, PA $714 $901
North Texas Medical Center Gainesville, TX $715 $1,717
Allegheny Valley Hospital Natrona, PA $745 $924
Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh, PA $745 $924
Bassett Healthcare Cooperstown, NY $788 $354
Ahn Wexford Hospital Wexford, PA $808 $1,200
West Penn Hospital Pittsburgh, PA $839 $1,200
Marion General Hospital Marion, IN $880 $10,946
Marion General Hospital Columbia, MS $880 $10,946
South Central Reg Med Ctr Laurel, MS $966 $1,055
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Elkin, NC $1,042 $1,225
Boulder Community Health Boulder, CO $1,083 $1,713
Artesia General Hospital Artesia, NM $1,087 $1,604
Jackson General Hospital Ripley, WV $1,188

Source: hospitals’ machine-readable price files (45 CFR §180). Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.

About Spleen removal (splenectomy) prices

Spleen removal (splenectomy) is a surgical procedure. Based on prices published by 862 US hospitals across 51 states, the typical (median) cash price is $4,941, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $5,951, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $8,821, a Medicare rate of about $1,036. Most cash prices fall between $1,218 and $18,859 — a wide spread, which is exactly why comparing hospitals pays off.

How to save on Spleen removal (splenectomy)

  • 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.

Spleen removal (splenectomy) cost — FAQ

How much does Spleen removal (splenectomy) cost without insurance?

The median cash (self-pay) price across 862 US hospitals is $4,941. Most hospitals fall between $1,218 and $18,859. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.

What does Medicare pay for Spleen removal (splenectomy)?

Medicare pays about $1,036. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.

Why do Spleen removal (splenectomy) 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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