General Surgery Cost in 2026
Last updated: May 2026
General surgery covers some of the most common hospital procedures — gallbladder removal, appendectomy, hernia repair, and more. Hospital facility fees create large local price spreads even for routine outpatient cases.
Compare general surgery procedures
Gallbladder Removal Cost
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (CPT 47562) — 1,800+ hospitals nationwide.
Appendectomy Cost
Laparoscopic appendectomy (CPT 44970) — emergency vs elective pricing.
Hernia Repair Cost
Inguinal hernia repair (CPT 49505) — ASC vs hospital comparison.
Hysterectomy Cost
Laparoscopic hysterectomy (CPT 58571) — approach affects total cost.
Tonsillectomy Cost
Tonsil removal (CPT 42826) — adult vs pediatric cost differences.
C-Section Cost
Cesarean delivery (CPT 59510/59514) — maternity pricing.
Colonoscopy Cost
Screening colonoscopy (CPT 45378) — common GI procedure.
Frequently asked questions
How much does general surgery cost without insurance?
Costs vary widely by procedure — gallbladder removal often averages $8,000+, appendectomy $15,000+, hernia repair $7,000+, and hysterectomy $18,000+ nationally. Compare the exact CPT code on your surgical estimate at multiple hospitals.
Prices are from hospital machine-readable files (CMS hospital price transparency). Actual bills may include professional fees not shown on every line item.