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Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Iowa

76 hospitals in Iowa report pricing for gallbladder removal surgery. The average cash price is $3,808.

Hospitals

76

in Iowa

Average List Price

$4,853

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$3,808

22% below list price

Price Range

$1,236 – $40,537

32.8x spread

Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy costs an average of $3,808 (cash/self-pay price) in Iowa, based on data from 76 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $1,236 to $40,537 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 Iowa

Sorted by lowest cash price
FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

CHARLES CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,501

Cash Price

$601-60%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,501

FLOYD VALLEY HEALTHCARE

LE MARS, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,501

Cash Price

$601-60%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,501

CHI HEALTH - MERCY CORNING

CORNING, IA · CommonSpirit Health

0.1/10

List Price

$1,780

Cash Price

$854-52%

Negotiated Range

$765$1,744

GREENE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

JEFFERSON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,952

Cash Price

$1,093-44%

Negotiated Range

$534$1,854

LUCAS COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

CHARITON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,236

Cash Price

$1,112-10%

Negotiated Range

$680$1,174

DECATUR COUNTY HOSPITAL

LEON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,421

Cash Price

$1,137-20%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,449

JEFFERSON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

FAIRFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,956

Cash Price

$1,174-40%

Negotiated Range

$75$1,956

BOONE COUNTY HOSPITAL

BOONE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,500

Cash Price

$1,200-20%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,545

WASHINGTON COUNTY HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

WASHINGTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,631

Cash Price

$1,223-25%

Negotiated Range

$572$1,631

IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL - CLARION

CLARION, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,082

Cash Price

$1,249-40%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,576

IOWA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL - BELMOND

BELMOND, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,082

Cash Price

$1,249-40%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,576

GENESIS MEDICAL CENTER-DAVENPORT

DAVENPORT, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

$2,234

Cash Price

$1,340-40%

GENESIS MEDICAL CENTER-DEWITT

DEWITT, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,346

Cash Price

$1,408-40%

Negotiated Range

$928$2,679

WAVERLY HEALTH CENTER

WAVERLY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,860

Cash Price

$1,487-48%

Negotiated Range

$129$2,431

GREATER REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

CRESTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,187

Cash Price

$1,531-30%

ORANGE CITY AREA HEALTH SYSTEM

ORANGE CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,934

Cash Price

$1,547-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,024$1,478

TRINITY MUSCATINE

MUSCATINE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$14,984

GRINNELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

GRINNELL, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$5,805

ST LUKES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

SIOUX CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$525$15,572

ALLEN HOSPITAL

WATERLOO, IA · UnityPoint Health

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$15,900

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - MARSHALLTOWN

MARSHALLTOWN, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$10,254

TRINITY - BETTENDORF

BETTENDORF, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$14,984

TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

FORT DODGE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$15,311

FINLEY HOSPITAL

DUBUQUE, IA · UnityPoint Health

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$13,479

UNITYPOINT HEALTH - DES MOINES IOWA METHODIST MEDI

DES MOINES, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,018

Cash Price

$1,614-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$14,984

OSCEOLA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

SIBLEY, IA · Avera Health

0.1/10

List Price

$2,023

Cash Price

$1,619-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,281$1,780

CASS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ATLANTIC, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,453

Cash Price

$1,717-30%

Negotiated Range

$491$2,502

RINGGOLD COUNTY HOSPITAL

MOUNT AYR, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,928

Cash Price

$1,735-10%

VAN DIEST MEDICAL CENTER

WEBSTER CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,220

Cash Price

$1,776-20%

Negotiated Range

$992$1,665

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL

VINTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,281

Cash Price

$1,825-20%

Negotiated Range

$70$2,327

SIOUX CENTER HEALTH

SIOUX CENTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,882

Cash Price

$1,826-3%

Negotiated Range

$1,281$1,780

ST ANTHONY REGIONAL HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME

CARROLL, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$1,841

Cash Price

$1,841

Negotiated Range

$77$1,878

GUTHRIE COUNTY HOSPITAL

GUTHRIE CENTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,044

Cash Price

$2,044

Negotiated Range

$561$2,044

FRANKLIN GENERAL HOSPITAL

HAMPTON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,295

Cash Price

$2,066-10%

Negotiated Range

$231$9,127

GUTTENBERG MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL

GUTTENBERG, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,588

Cash Price

$2,070-20%

Negotiated Range

$403$2,588

SHENANDOAH MEDICAL CENTER

SHENANDOAH, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,275

Cash Price

$2,129-35%

Negotiated Range

$555$3,341

WINNMED

DECORAH, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,209

Cash Price

$2,246-30%

Negotiated Range

$20$3,048

VAN BUREN COUNTY HOSPITAL

KEOSAUQUA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,307

Cash Price

$2,315-30%

Negotiated Range

$561$1,560

CLARINDA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

CLARINDA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$4,038

Cash Price

$2,382-41%

Negotiated Range

$505$4,038

DAVIS COUNTY HOSPITAL

BLOOMFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,455

Cash Price

$2,455

Negotiated Range

$67$2,529

CLARKE COUNTY HOSPITAL

OSCEOLA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,501

Cash Price

$2,501

Negotiated Range

$634$1,502

STORY COUNTY HOSPITAL

NEVADA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,161

Cash Price

$2,529-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$583

MITCHELL COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH

OSAGE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,845

Cash Price

$2,561-10%

Negotiated Range

$233$2,760

MAHASKA HEALTH PARTNERSHIP

OSKALOOSA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,155

Cash Price

$2,682-15%

Negotiated Range

$561$3,155

JONES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ANAMOSA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,383

Cash Price

$2,706-20%

Negotiated Range

$583$2,017

WAYNE COUNTY HOSPITAL

CORYDON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$2,864

Cash Price

$2,864

Negotiated Range

$561$2,864

BUCHANAN COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

INDEPENDENCE, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,574

Cash Price

$3,038-15%

Negotiated Range

$1,930$3,216

BURGESS HEALTH CENTER

ONAWA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$4,400

Cash Price

$3,520-20%

Negotiated Range

$1,299$4,400

JACKSON COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

MAQUOKETA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$3,781

Cash Price

$3,781

Negotiated Range

$653$10,034

COMPASS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

MARENGO, IA · COMPASS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

0.1/10

List Price

$5,475

Cash Price

$4,380-20%

Negotiated Range

$2,668$5,475

COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

SUMNER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$5,475

Cash Price

$4,380-20%

Negotiated Range

$2,668$5,475

GEORGE C GRAPE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

HAMBURG, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$4,946

Cash Price

$4,451-10%

Negotiated Range

$2,473$8,993

STEWART MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

LAKE CITY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$7,702

Cash Price

$6,161-20%

Negotiated Range

$3,565$7,702

HAWARDEN REGIONAL HEALTHCARE

HAWARDEN, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$10,420

Cash Price

$8,857-15%

Negotiated Range

$2,024$10,108

KOSSUTH REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

ALGONA, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$11,285

Cash Price

$9,028-20%

Negotiated Range

$561$11,736

DALLAS COUNTY HOSPITAL

PERRY, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$14,063

Cash Price

$9,141-35%

Negotiated Range

$572$11,954

MADISON COUNTY HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

WINTERSET, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$11,485

Cash Price

$9,188-20%

Negotiated Range

$561$11,485

MANNING REGIONAL HEALTHCARE CENTER

MANNING, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$15,465

Cash Price

$10,980-29%

Negotiated Range

$561$16,238

AUDUBON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

AUDUBON, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$11,300

Cash Price

$11,300

Negotiated Range

$561$11,865

ADAIR COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GREENFIELD, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$19,425

Cash Price

$14,569-25%

Negotiated Range

$583$18,842

BROADLAWNS MEDICAL CENTER

DES MOINES, IA · Broadlawns Medical Center

0.1/10

List Price

$15,363

Cash Price

$15,363

Negotiated Range

$846$15,363

REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MANCHESTER, IA · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$20,211

Cash Price

$16,169-20%

Negotiated Range

$870$870

MERCYONE CLINTON MEDICAL CENTER

CLINTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

$40,537

Cash Price

$26,349-35%

Negotiated Range

$3$14,479

PELLA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

PELLA, IA · Pella Regional Health Center

0.1/10

List Price

$1,588

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$75$5,212

MERCYONE PRIMGHAR MEDICAL CENTER

Primghar, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

HENRY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER

MOUNT PLEASANT, IA · Great River Health Systems

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$601$9,076

GUNDERSEN PALMER LUTHERAN HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

WEST UNION, IA · Gundersen Health System

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,566$11,391

SOUTHEAST IOWA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

WEST BURLINGTON, IA · Great River Health Systems

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,512$11,170

MERCYONE NORTH IOWA MEDICAL CENTER

MASON CITY, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCYONE DUBUQUE MEDICAL CENTER

DUBUQUE, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCYONE ELKADER MEDICAL CENTER

ELKADER, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCYONE NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER

NEWTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER-NEW HAMPTON

NEW HAMPTON, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCYONE OELWEIN MEDICAL CENTER

OELWEIN, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

MERCYONE WATERLOO MEDICAL CENTER

WATERLOO, IA · Trinity Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,188$10,188

CHI HEALTH MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA · CommonSpirit Health

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,205$12,807

Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Other States

What Affects Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy Cost in Iowa

Hospital charges for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

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

Based on data from 76 hospitals in Iowa, laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy prices range from $1,236 to $40,537 — a 32.8x 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 Iowa

When choosing where to get your laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa, 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 Iowa could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Iowa

If you're paying out of pocket for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa, 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 Iowa, the average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy is $3,808, which is 22% lower than the average list price of $4,853. 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 Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Iowa

How much does Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy cost in Iowa?
The average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa is $3,808. Prices range from $1,236 to $40,537 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy prices vary so much in Iowa?
Hospital prices for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa 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; cholecystectomy by paying cash?
Yes. In Iowa, the average cash price for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy is $3,808, which is 22% below the average list price of $4,853. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy in Iowa?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Iowa offers the lowest cash price for laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy?
Most health insurance plans cover laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy 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; cholecystectomy?

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.