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Appendectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

89 hospitals in Pennsylvania report pricing for appendectomy. The average cash price is $8,056.

Hospitals

89

in Pennsylvania

Average List Price

$15,718

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$8,056

49% below list price

Price Range

$963 – $61,126

63.5x spread

Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy costs an average of $8,056 (cash/self-pay price) in Pennsylvania, based on data from 89 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $963 to $61,126 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

Hospital Prices in Pennsylvania

Sorted by lowest cash price
SAINT VINCENT HOSPITAL

ERIE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,701

Cash Price

$374-78%

Negotiated Range

$44$13,256

GROVE CITY MEDICAL CENTER

GROVE CITY, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,701

Cash Price

$374-78%

Negotiated Range

$44$13,256

FORBES HOSPITAL

MONROEVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,701

Cash Price

$374-78%

Negotiated Range

$44$13,256

CANONSBURG GENERAL HOSPITAL

CANONSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,701

Cash Price

$374-78%

Negotiated Range

$44$13,256

JEFFERSON HOSPITAL

JEFFERSON HILLS, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,701

Cash Price

$374-78%

Negotiated Range

$44$13,256

UPMC COLE

COUDERSPORT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,342

Cash Price

$805-40%

Negotiated Range

$372$5,169

CHAN SOON- SHIONG MEDICAL CENTER AT WINDBER

WINDBER, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$963

Cash Price

$819-15%

Negotiated Range

$17$11,558

TITUSVILLE AREA HOSPITAL

TITUSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,623

Cash Price

$974-40%

Negotiated Range

$21$797

UPMC SOMERSET

SOMERSET, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,634

Cash Price

$1,580-40%

Negotiated Range

$571$10,442

GEISINGER JERSEY SHORE HOSPITAL

JERSEY SHORE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,807

Cash Price

$2,360-38%

Negotiated Range

$444$6,931

UNIONTOWN HOSPITAL

UNIONTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,662

Cash Price

$3,831-50%

Negotiated Range

$172$13,008

ST CLAIR HOSPITAL

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$16,295

Cash Price

$4,043-75%

Negotiated Range

$854$19,324

WELLSPAN YORK HOSPITAL

YORK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$4,170

Negotiated Range

$970$35,214

LOWER BUCKS HOSPITAL

BRISTOL, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$7,423

Cash Price

$5,947-20%

Negotiated Range

$776$7,423

ROXBOROUGH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$7,274

Cash Price

$6,180-15%

Negotiated Range

$776$7,274

SUBURBAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

NORRISTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,274

Cash Price

$6,180-15%

Negotiated Range

$776$7,274

JEFFERSON EINSTEIN PHILADELPHIA HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$6,841

Negotiated Range

$1,009$23,538

JEFFERSON EINSTEIN MONTGOMERY HOSPITAL

EAST NORRITON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$6,841

Negotiated Range

$1,009$23,538

WARREN GENERAL HOSPITAL

WARREN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$15,542

Cash Price

$7,771-50%

Negotiated Range

$485$16,193

SURGICAL INSTITUTE OF READING

WYOMISSING, PA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$4,404

Cash Price

$7,917

Negotiated Range

$585$12,394

PHYSICIANS CARE SURGICAL HOSPITAL

ROYERSFORD, PA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$13,419

Cash Price

$10,218-24%

Negotiated Range

$900$27,099

BARNES-KASSON COUNTY HOSPITAL

SUSQUEHANNA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$16,493

Cash Price

$11,545-30%

PENN STATE HEALTH HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER

ENOLA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$37,923

Cash Price

$11,934-69%

Negotiated Range

$5,022$30,338

WAYNE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

HONESDALE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$18,674

Cash Price

$13,072-30%

Negotiated Range

$6,019$14,939

WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL

WILKES-BARRE, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$57,649

Cash Price

$13,836-76%

Negotiated Range

$584$57,649

REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF SCRANTON

SCRANTON, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$61,126

Cash Price

$16,504-73%

Negotiated Range

$584$61,126

NAZARETH HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$27,056

Cash Price

$17,586-35%

Negotiated Range

$56$12,661

MERCY CATHOLIC MEDICAL CENTER- MERCY FITZGERALD

DARBY, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$37,221

Cash Price

$24,194-35%

Negotiated Range

$75$12,661

DOYLESTOWN HOSPITAL

DOYLESTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$26,029

Cash Price

$26,029

Negotiated Range

$3,621$11,188

ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER

LANGHORNE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$44,048

Cash Price

$28,631-35%

Negotiated Range

$19$9,482

THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,009$12,000

ST LUKE'S MINERS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

COALDALE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,842$16,139

PENN HIGHLANDS HUNTINGDON

HUNTINGDON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$489$489

ST LUKES HOSPITAL BETHLEHEM

BETHLEHEM, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,730$19,381

PENN HIGHLANDS ELK

SAINT MARYS, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$489$489

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - MONROE CAMPUS

STROUDSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,973$14,483

PENN HIGHLANDS DUBOIS

DUBOIS, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$489$489

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - EASTON CAMPUS

EASTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,807$26,417

PENN HIGHLANDS CONNELLSVILLE

CONNELLSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$87$10,731

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - CARBON CAMPUS

LEHIGHTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,807$16,311

PENN HIGHLANDS BROOKVILLE

BROOKVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$489$489

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - ANDERSON CAMPUS

EASTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,730$19,481

SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET

POTTSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$885$33,605

RIDDLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

MEDIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,845$7,764

PAOLI HOSPITAL

PAOLI, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,845$7,764

MAIN LINE HOSPITAL LANKENAU

WYNNEWOOD, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,845$7,829

MAGEE WOMENS HOSPITAL OF UPMC HEALTH SYSTEM

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$9,572

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - POCONO

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854$35,491

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MACUNGIE

MACUNGIE, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970$34,640

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - HAZLETON

HAZLETON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$892$33,605

GETTYSBURG HOSPITAL

GETTYSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970$34,911

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - DICKSON CITY

DICKSON CITY, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854$32,731

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL

ALLENTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854$35,491

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - GRAND VIEW CAMPUS

SELLERSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,401$25,867

GEISINGER ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL

ORWIGSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,808$16,805

CLARION HOSPITAL

CLARION, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$555$13,190

JEFFERSON HEALTH- NORTHEAST

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,009$8,267

JEFFERSON LANSDALE HOSPITAL

LANSDALE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$954$18,371

JEFFERSON ABINGTON HOSPITAL

ABINGTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$98$8,267

HOLY REDEEMER HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

MEADOWBROOK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$56$11,199

MOUNT NITTANY MEDICAL CENTER

STATE COLLEGE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,806$26,050

INDEPENDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM BUTLER MEMORIAL HOSPITA

BUTLER, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$40$14,395

UPMC GREENE

WAYNESBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,450$11,959

UPMC ALTOONA

ALTOONA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$6,007

UPMC PASSAVANT

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$505$8,911

UPMC PINNACLE HOSPITALS

HARRISBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$505$8,911

WELLSPAN WAYNESBORO HOSPITAL

WAYNESBORO, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$815$23,874

WELLSPAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

LEWISBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854$24,960

WELLSPAN EPHRATA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

EPHRATA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970$25,840

UPMC WELLSBORO

WELLSBORO, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$993$1,068

UPMC WILLIAMSPORT

WILLIAMSPORT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$993$6,007

UPMC ST MARGARET

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$9,822

UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$931$11,229

UPMC NORTHWEST

SENECA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$6,119

UPMC MERCY

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,189$10,106

UPMC MEMORIAL

YORK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017$19,716

UPMC MCKEESPORT HOSPITAL

MC KEESPORT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$8,316

UPMC LITITZ

LITITZ, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017$17,626

UPMC KANE

KANE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$5,169

UPMC JAMESON

NEW CASTLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$892$7,509

PENN HIGHLANDS TYRONE

TYRONE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$489$489

UPMC HORIZON

GREENVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$10,438

UPMC HANOVER

HANOVER, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017$19,825

UPMC HAMOT

ERIE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$8,918

UPMC EAST

MONROEVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$9,822

PENN HIGHLANDS MON VALLEY

MONONGAHELA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$86$12,715

UPMC CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$622$6,985

UPMC CARLISLE

CARLISLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017$17,442

UPMC BEDFORD MEMORIAL

EVERETT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,068$6,007

Appendectomy Cost by City in Pennsylvania

Appendectomy Cost in Other States

What Affects Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

Hospital charges for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

When comparing laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy prices, the facility type matters enormously. Independent imaging centers in Pennsylvania frequently offer cash prices well below hospital rates because they operate with lower overhead and no hospital facility fee.

Based on data from 89 hospitals in Pennsylvania, laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy prices range from $963 to $61,126 — a 63.5x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.

Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in Pennsylvania

When choosing where to get your laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania, you'll typically encounter two provider types: hospital outpatient imaging departments and freestanding imaging centers.

Hospital-based departments are convenient if you need additional services or have a complex medical situation. However, they commonly add a facility fee that can double the total cost. Independent imaging centers use the same FDA-approved equipment and employ board-certified radiologists, often at 50–70% lower prices.

If your doctor hasn't specified a particular facility, asking about independent centers in Pennsylvania could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Pennsylvania

If you're paying out of pocket for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In Pennsylvania, the average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy is $8,056, which is 49% lower than the average list price of $15,718. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.

Related Procedure Costs

Frequently Asked Questions About Appendectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

How much does Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy cost in Pennsylvania?
The average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania is $8,056. Prices range from $963 to $61,126 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy prices vary so much in Pennsylvania?
Hospital prices for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.
Can I get a cheaper Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy by paying cash?
Yes. In Pennsylvania, the average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy is $8,056, which is 49% below the average list price of $15,718. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy in Pennsylvania?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Pennsylvania offers the lowest cash price for laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy?
Most health insurance plans cover laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

Want the true total cost of Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy?

Total Care Cost surfaces bundled facility and professional pricing so you can compare options and cut out-of-pocket surprises before you schedule.

Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.