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Hernia Repair Surgery Cost in South Carolina (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Hernia Repair Surgery costs $4,896 on average without insurance in South Carolina, based on actual CMS data from 19 hospitals. Prices range from $2,410 to $14,904 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

19 hospitals in South Carolina report pricing for hernia repair surgery. The average cash price is $4,896.

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Hospitals

in South Carolina

Average List Price

$4,890

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$4,896

0% below list price

Price Range

$2,410 – $14,904

6.2x spread

Hospital Prices in South Carolina

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
PELHAM MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	GREER	$2,410	$1,446-40%	—	0.1/10
UNION MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	UNION	$2,410	$1,446-40%	—	0.1/10
SPARTANBURG MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	SPARTANBURG	$2,410	$1,446-40%	—	0.1/10
CHEROKEE MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	GAFFNEY	$2,410	$1,446-40%	—	0.1/10
TIDELANDS WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MURRELLS INLET	$4,448	$2,807-37%	$1,406 – $17,847	0.1/10
TIDELANDS GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GEORGETOWN	$4,448	$2,807-37%	$1,406 – $17,847	0.1/10
SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN Voluntary non-profit - Private	GREENVILLE	$5,676	$5,676	$1,236 – $6,120	0.1/10
AIKEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	AIKEN	$14,904	$5,962-60%	$33 – $12,668	0.1/10
COASTAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL Proprietary	HARDEEVILLE	N/A	$12,829	$16 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
HILTON HEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	HILTON HEAD ISLAND	N/A	$13,098	$18 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
GRAND STRAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MYRTLE BEACH	N/A	N/A	$1,379 – $18,189	0.1/10
EAST COOPER MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MOUNT PLEASANT	N/A	N/A	$1 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	CHARLESTON	N/A	N/A	$1,660 – $20,596	0.1/10
MCLEOD HEALTH CHERAW Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHERAW	N/A	N/A	$14,342 – $14,342	0.1/10
MCLEOD HEALTH CLARENDON Voluntary non-profit - Private	MANNING	N/A	N/A	$14,342 – $14,342	0.1/10
MCLEOD LORIS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LORIS	N/A	N/A	$14,342 – $14,342	0.1/10
MCLEOD MEDICAL CENTER - DILLON Voluntary non-profit - Private	DILLON	N/A	N/A	$14,342 – $14,342	0.1/10
COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	WALTERBORO	N/A	N/A	$1,660 – $11,761	0.1/10
MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER-PEE DEE Voluntary non-profit - Private	FLORENCE	N/A	N/A	$14,342 – $14,342	0.1/10

PELHAM MEDICAL CENTER

GREER, SC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$2,410

Cash Price

$1,446-40%

UNION MEDICAL CENTER

UNION, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$2,410

Cash Price

$1,446-40%

SPARTANBURG MEDICAL CENTER

SPARTANBURG, SC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$2,410

Cash Price

$1,446-40%

CHEROKEE MEDICAL CENTER

GAFFNEY, SC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$2,410

Cash Price

$1,446-40%

TIDELANDS WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

MURRELLS INLET, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,448

Cash Price

$2,807-37%

Negotiated Range

$1,406 – $17,847

TIDELANDS GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

GEORGETOWN, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,448

Cash Price

$2,807-37%

Negotiated Range

$1,406 – $17,847

SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN

GREENVILLE, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$5,676

Cash Price

$5,676

Negotiated Range

$1,236 – $6,120

AIKEN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

AIKEN, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$14,904

Cash Price

$5,962-60%

Negotiated Range

$33 – $12,668

COASTAL CAROLINA HOSPITAL

HARDEEVILLE, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$12,829

Negotiated Range

$16 – $999,999,999

HILTON HEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$13,098

Negotiated Range

$18 – $999,999,999

GRAND STRAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MYRTLE BEACH, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,379 – $18,189

EAST COOPER MEDICAL CENTER

MOUNT PLEASANT, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1 – $999,999,999

TRIDENT MEDICAL CENTER

CHARLESTON, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,660 – $20,596

MCLEOD HEALTH CHERAW

CHERAW, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,342 – $14,342

MCLEOD HEALTH CLARENDON

MANNING, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,342 – $14,342

MCLEOD LORIS HOSPITAL

LORIS, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,342 – $14,342

MCLEOD MEDICAL CENTER - DILLON

DILLON, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,342 – $14,342

COLLETON MEDICAL CENTER

WALTERBORO, SC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,660 – $11,761

MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER-PEE DEE

FLORENCE, SC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,342 – $14,342

Hernia Repair Surgery Cost in Other States

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What Affects Hernia Repair Surgery Cost in South Carolina

The cost of hernia repair surgery in South Carolina depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.

The total cost of hernia repair surgery includes more than the surgeon's fee. Facility charges, anesthesia, pre-operative testing, and post-operative care all contribute. Ambulatory surgery centers, where medically appropriate, can offer significant savings compared to hospital settings.

Based on data from 19 hospitals in South Carolina, hernia repair surgery prices range from $2,410 to $14,904 — a 6.2x 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 South Carolina

The setting where hernia repair surgery is performed in South Carolina significantly impacts total cost. Hospital inpatient stays are the most expensive, followed by hospital outpatient departments, then ambulatory surgery centers.

For patients who are medically appropriate for outpatient surgery, ASCs offer a compelling combination of lower cost and shorter wait times. Many are physician-owned and focus exclusively on surgical care.

Discuss options with your surgeon and, if you're self-pay, ask about pricing at each available setting before scheduling.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in South Carolina

If you're paying out of pocket for hernia repair surgery in South Carolina, 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.

For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hernia Repair Surgery Cost in South Carolina

How much does Hernia Repair Surgery cost in South Carolina?▼

The average cash price for hernia repair surgery in South Carolina is $4,896. Prices range from $2,410 to $14,904 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Hernia Repair Surgery prices vary so much in South Carolina?▼

Hospital prices for hernia repair surgery in South Carolina differ based on facility type (hospital outpatient vs. ambulatory surgery center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.

Can I get a cheaper Hernia Repair Surgery by paying cash?▼

Yes. In South Carolina, the average cash price for hernia repair surgery is $4,896, which is 0% below the average list price of $4,890. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Hernia Repair Surgery in South Carolina?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in South Carolina offers the lowest cash price for hernia repair surgery. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.

Does insurance cover Hernia Repair Surgery?▼

Most health insurance plans cover hernia repair surgery 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.

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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.