Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy) Cost by Hospital

Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy) is a surgical procedure. Prices are from 1370 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$3,152median cash price · 1370 hospitals, 52 statestypically $486–$10,953 depending on the hospital
≈ 15.4× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$4,641
Cash / self-pay
$3,152
Insurer-negotiated
$3,418
Medicare pays
$204
$486$10,953
Median cash $3,152  ·  Medicare $204  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $3,152 — about 15.4× the Medicare rate ($204). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($408).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $4,641 list price could save about $1,489 (32%).

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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
McLaren Northern Michigan Petoskey, MI $479 $211 ★ 3/5 157 min —
McLaren Flint Flint, MI $479 $211 ★ 2/5 178 min —
McLaren Lapeer Region Lapeer, MI $479 $211 ★ 2/5 186 min —
McLaren Oakland Pontiac, MI $479 $211 ★ 2/5 103 min —
McLaren Caro Region Caro, MI $479 $211 — 72 min —
McLaren Thumb Region Bad Axe, MI $479 $211 ★ 5/5 119 min —
Carroll County Memorial Hospital Carrollton, MO $482 — — 98 min —
Samaritan Medical Center Watertown, NY $486 $4,139 ★ 2/5 260 min —
Clifton-Fine Hospital Star Lake, NY $486 $4,139 — — —
Columbia Memorial Hospital Astoria, OR $490 $249 — 123 min —
Down East Community Hospital Machias, ME $497 $569 ★ 4/5 195 min —
Gillette Childrens Specialty Hospital Saint Paul, MN $504 $375 — — —
McLaren Greater Lansing Lansing, MI $506 $229 ★ 3/5 261 min —
McLaren Port Huron Port Huron, MI $506 $229 ★ 2/5 231 min —
McLaren Macomb Mount Clemens, MI $506 $229 ★ 1/5 172 min —
Sidney Health Center Sidney, MT $508 $796 ★ 3/5 152 min —
Centracare-Redwood Redwood Falls, MN $515 $249 — 128 min —
Avera St Anthony's Hospital O' Neill, NE $517 $477 ★ 4/5 115 min —
Sisters of Charity Hospital Buffalo, NY $521 $217 ★ 3/5 203 min —
Kenmore Mercy Hospital Kenmore, NY $521 $207 ★ 3/5 236 min —
Mount St. Mary's Hospital & Health Center Lewiston, NY $521 $207 ★ 2/5 156 min —
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo Buffalo, NY $521 $209 ★ 2/5 307 min —
McLaren Bay Region Bay City, MI $526 $301 ★ 1/5 169 min —
Carle Health Methodist Hospital Peoria, IL $535 $603 ★ 2/5 213 min —
Trinity Rock Island Rock Island, IL $535 $720 ★ 3/5 172 min —

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 October 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 Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy)

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: $3,152; Medicare pays $204.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Medicaid 144
$89
$54 – $1,656
Univera 12
$177
$18 – $260
Medicare 237
$207
$88 – $3,838
Independent Health 17
$247
$100 – $1,772
Priority Health 31
$430
$171 – $3,205
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 27
$496
$419 – $4,954
Sanford Health Plan 27
$512
$172 – $5,743
Amerigroup 113
$931
$209 – $3,275
Geisinger 32
$992
$194 – $4,601
HealthPartners 92
$1,193
$183 – $5,839
Tricare / VA 152
$1,241
$106 – $4,210
AmeriHealth 117
$1,279
$141 – $9,094
Harvard Pilgrim 23
$1,594
$299 – $6,019
Molina Healthcare 373
$1,950
$167 – $3,557
MVP Health Care 43
$1,989
$202 – $8,198
Bright Health 35
$2,007
$1,471 – $4,898
Centene / Ambetter 479
$2,456
$202 – $5,950
Health Net 114
$2,510
$167 – $9,671
Coventry 41
$2,583
$246 – $4,878
Medica 65
$2,750
$212 – $3,779
Highmark 87
$2,870
$156 – $7,226
MultiPlan / PHCS network 199
$3,045
$315 – $7,089
UCare 36
$3,068
$166 – $5,740
Devoted Health 105
$3,202
$248 – $3,566
Security Health Plan 22
$3,228
$204 – $12,277
UPMC Health Plan 57
$3,229
$372 – $8,940
Anthem 364
$3,266
$206 – $8,374
Blue Cross Blue Shield 766
$3,425
$194 – $9,755
Humana 594
$3,520
$217 – $4,756
Healthcare Highways 34
$3,650
$3,041 – $5,524
UnitedHealthcare 912
$3,705
$230 – $9,041
Aetna 796
$3,886
$343 – $10,043
Kaiser Permanente 130
$3,919
$136 – $11,087
SelectHealth 29
$4,269
$497 – $5,757
Oscar Health 141
$5,876
$3,549 – $8,023
Cigna 625
$6,113
$2,104 – $14,306
EmblemHealth 49
$7,257
$1,772 – $26,156
AvMed 27
$8,253
$4,271 – $12,418

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
Michigan$493
Oregon$596
Wyoming$617
Iowa$620
New Hampshire$796
Minnesota$976

Prices by city

Prices by state

Does Medicare cover Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy)?

Yes — Medicare generally covers Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy). It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $204. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $41 — 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 1370 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $3,152, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $4,641, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $3,418, a Medicare rate of about $204. Most cash prices fall between $486 and $10,953 — 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 Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy) cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 1370 US hospitals is $3,152. Most hospitals fall between $486 and $10,953. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy)?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $204). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy)?
Medicare pays about $204. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do Adenoid removal (adenoidectomy) 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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