Testicle removal (orchiectomy) Cost by Hospital

Testicle removal (orchiectomy) is a surgical procedure. Prices are from 1392 US hospitals across 52 states, from their machine-readable files.

$3,136median cash price · 1392 hospitals, 52 statestypically $589–$11,262 depending on the hospital
≈ 10.3× Medicare · High vs MedicareFind hospitals near you

Price comparison (median)

Chargemaster (list price)
$4,053
Cash / self-pay
$3,136
Insurer-negotiated
$3,534
Medicare pays
$306
$589$11,262
Median cash $3,136  ·  Medicare $306  ·  bar = typical cash range (10th–90th percentile)
Is this a fair price?
1× Medicarefair ≈2×5×+

Typical cash price here is $3,136 — about 10.3× the Medicare rate ($306). High vs Medicare. A fair cash price is usually within ~2× Medicare ($611).

💡 Asking for the cash price instead of the $4,053 list price could save about $917 (23%).

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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
Southwell Medical, a Campus of Trmc Adel, GA $482 $953 — — —
Ellis Hospital Schenectady, NY $488 $334 ★ 3/5 232 min —
Red Bud Regional Hospital Red Bud, IL $492 $844 ★ 4/5 122 min —
Deaconess Hospital Inc Evansville, IN $492 $417 ★ 2/5 186 min —
The Women's Hospital Newburgh, IN $492 $476 ★ 5/5 130 min —
Deaconess Henderson Hospital Henderson, KY $492 $492 ★ 2/5 127 min —
Memorial Healthcare Owosso, MI $494 $4,809 ★ 3/5 181 min —
Regional West Medical Center Scottsbluff, NE $500 $629 ★ 2/5 202 min —
Artesia General Hospital Artesia, NM $502 $1,903 — 99 min —
Redington Fairview General Hospital Skowhegan, ME $510 $680 ★ 2/5 128 min —
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston Galveston, TX $513 $1,889 ★ 3/5 190 min —
Bassett Healthcare Cooperstown, NY $515 $721 ★ 2/5 199 min —
York Hospital York, ME $526 — ★ 4/5 166 min —
Montgomery General Hospital Montgomery, WV $535 — — 100 min —
St Gabriels Hospital Little Falls, MN $541 $531 ★ 4/5 141 min —
Grant Memorial Hospital Petersburg, WV $553 — ★ 3/5 110 min —
Adams County Regional Medical Center Seaman, OH $564 $921 ★ 3/5 189 min —
Children's Mercy South Overland Park, KS $579 $567 — — —
The Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City, MO $579 $567 — — —
University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics Chicago, IL $582 $472 ★ 4/5 298 min —
Henry County Hospital, Inc Napoleon, OH $584 $778 ★ 2/5 104 min —
Mark Twain Medical Center San Andreas, CA $594 $645 ★ 3/5 123 min —
Washington Regional Medical Center Fayetteville, AR $602 — ★ 4/5 222 min —
University of Michigan Health System Ann Arbor, MI $604 $469 ★ 4/5 345 min —
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Elkin, NC $605 $438 ★ 3/5 168 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 Testicle removal (orchiectomy)

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: $3,136; Medicare pays $306.

InsurerHospitalsNegotiated median
Medicaid 138
$169
$104 – $834
Medicare 238
$210
$138 – $3,834
Univera 14
$270
$27 – $445
Geisinger 35
$333
$302 – $3,911
Tricare / VA 167
$380
$150 – $4,352
Independent Health 20
$397
$167 – $2,356
Highmark 81
$449
$150 – $6,914
Workers' Comp / No-Fault 38
$664
$664 – $5,364
Priority Health 29
$695
$270 – $3,511
AmeriHealth 122
$720
$218 – $9,539
MVP Health Care 41
$792
$289 – $6,407
Sanford Health Plan 27
$1,020
$245 – $6,107
Health Net 110
$1,126
$169 – $7,957
Amerigroup 117
$1,200
$303 – $3,460
Harvard Pilgrim 20
$1,230
$420 – $5,401
HealthPartners 93
$1,253
$224 – $5,711
Centene / Ambetter 491
$1,264
$169 – $7,432
Molina Healthcare 377
$1,280
$220 – $4,221
Medica 59
$1,383
$333 – $4,551
Bright Health 36
$1,440
$1,257 – $4,829
MultiPlan / PHCS network 219
$1,440
$241 – $7,614
Blue Cross Blue Shield 736
$1,816
$169 – $9,206
Anthem 351
$1,905
$182 – $8,088
UCare 36
$2,586
$255 – $5,965
UPMC Health Plan 59
$2,873
$289 – $8,082
Coventry 45
$3,239
$359 – $6,899
Security Health Plan 24
$3,386
$304 – $11,169
Humana 594
$3,391
$299 – $4,746
Kaiser Permanente 130
$3,421
$168 – $10,176
Devoted Health 107
$3,466
$326 – $4,049
Aetna 773
$3,520
$352 – $8,477
UnitedHealthcare 875
$3,765
$316 – $10,922
SelectHealth 30
$4,694
$740 – $7,580
Cigna 621
$4,744
$834 – $13,466
Healthcare Highways 31
$5,475
$4,988 – $6,287
EmblemHealth 48
$6,122
$876 – $27,809
Oscar Health 140
$7,019
$3,213 – $10,272
AvMed 28
$8,253
$743 – $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
West Virginia$553
Puerto Rico$631
Maine$695
Colorado$730
Nebraska$774
Iowa$828

Prices by city

Prices by state

Does Medicare cover Testicle removal (orchiectomy)?

Yes — Medicare generally covers Testicle removal (orchiectomy). It is typically an outpatient service under Medicare Part B, with a Medicare-approved amount of about $306. After your annual Part B deductible, you typically owe the 20% coinsurance — roughly $61 — 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 1392 US hospitals across 52 states, the typical (median) cash price is $3,136, versus a chargemaster (list) price around $4,053, a median insurer-negotiated rate of $3,534, a Medicare rate of about $306. Most cash prices fall between $589 and $11,262 — 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 Testicle removal (orchiectomy) cost without insurance?
The median cash (self-pay) price across 1392 US hospitals is $3,136. Most hospitals fall between $589 and $11,262. Prices vary widely between hospitals, so it pays to compare before you book.
Does Medicare cover Testicle removal (orchiectomy)?
Yes — it is generally covered under Medicare Part B as an outpatient service (Medicare-approved amount about $306). After your Part B deductible you typically owe 20% coinsurance, unless a Medicare Advantage or Medigap plan covers it.
What does Medicare pay for Testicle removal (orchiectomy)?
Medicare pays about $306. We show this as a benchmark — a fair cash price is often within a few multiples of the Medicare rate.
Why do Testicle removal (orchiectomy) 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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