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Tonsillectomy Cost in Georgia (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Tonsillectomy costs $5,281 on average without insurance in Georgia, based on actual CMS data from 24 hospitals. Prices range from $748 to $17,443 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

24 hospitals in Georgia report pricing for tonsillectomy. The average cash price is $5,281.

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Hospitals

in Georgia

Average List Price

$7,691

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$5,281

31% below list price

Price Range

$748 – $17,443

23.3x spread

Hospital Prices in Georgia

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL - SAVANNAH Voluntary non-profit - Private	SAVANNAH	$748	$224-70%	—	6/10
CANDLER HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	SAVANNAH	$748	$224-70%	—	6.9/10
CANDLER COUNTY HOSPITAL Proprietary	METTER	$748	$224-70%	—	4.5/10
TANNER MEDICAL CENTER - CARROLLTON Government - Hospital District or Authority	CARROLLTON	$8,542	$3,417-60%	$3,227 – $3,549	5.4/10
SGMC HEALTH Government - Hospital District or Authority	VALDOSTA	$7,253	$5,440-25%	$450 – $3,831	6/10
UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL Standalone (Needs Review)	BLAIRSVILLE	$11,048	$5,524-50%	$1,540 – $9,391	3.5/10
EFFINGHAM HEALTH SYSTEM Government - Hospital District or Authority	SPRINGFIELD	$15,000	$9,750-35%	$4,016 – $14,250	4/10
OPTIM MEDICAL CENTER - TATTNALL Proprietary	REIDSVILLE	$17,443	$17,443	$1,330 – $1,330	4.3/10
ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	ROME	N/A	N/A	$1,515 – $6,320	6.4/10
ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT PEACH Voluntary non-profit - Private	BYRON	N/A	N/A	$240 – $6,575	6.1/10
DOCTORS HOSPITAL Proprietary	AUGUSTA	N/A	N/A	$72 – $8,361	5.6/10
FAIRVIEW PARK HOSPITAL Proprietary	DUBLIN	N/A	N/A	$89 – $8,361	6.5/10
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL GWINNETT Government - Hospital District or Authority	LAWRENCEVILLE	N/A	N/A	$337 – $50,000	0.1/10
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL DULUTH Voluntary non-profit - Private	DULUTH	N/A	N/A	$337 – $50,000	0.1/10
MILLER COUNTY HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	COLQUITT	N/A	N/A	$630 – $630	3.3/10
NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL CHEROKEE Voluntary non-profit - Other	CANTON	N/A	N/A	$337 – $50,000	0.1/10
SAVANNAH HEALTH SERVICES LLC DBA MEMORIAL HEALTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	SAVANNAH	N/A	N/A	$173 – $8,194	5.6/10
GRADY GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CAIRO	N/A	N/A	$186 – $5,969	5.4/10
MEMORIAL HEALTH MEADOWS HOSPITAL Proprietary	VIDALIA	N/A	N/A	$71 – $21,000	7.5/10
ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT THE MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	MACON	N/A	N/A	$240 – $5,079	6/10
GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ATLANTA	N/A	N/A	$186 – $5,969	5.4/10
NAVICENT HEALTH BALDWIN Proprietary	MILLEDGEVILLE	N/A	N/A	$240 – $6,575	7.5/10
CHI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL- GEORGIA Voluntary non-profit - Private	FORT OGLETHORPE	N/A	N/A	$15 – $7,100	3.3/10
Memorial Satilla Health Voluntary non-profit - Private	WAYCROSS	N/A	N/A	$89 – $8,194	5.5/10

ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL - SAVANNAH

SAVANNAH, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6/10

List Price

$748

Cash Price

$224-70%

CANDLER HOSPITAL

SAVANNAH, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

6.9/10

List Price

$748

Cash Price

$224-70%

CANDLER COUNTY HOSPITAL

METTER, GA · Proprietary

4.5/10

List Price

$748

Cash Price

$224-70%

TANNER MEDICAL CENTER - CARROLLTON

CARROLLTON, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

5.4/10

List Price

$8,542

Cash Price

$3,417-60%

Negotiated Range

$3,227 – $3,549

SGMC HEALTH

VALDOSTA, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

6/10

List Price

$7,253

Cash Price

$5,440-25%

Negotiated Range

$450 – $3,831

UNION GENERAL HOSPITAL

BLAIRSVILLE, GA · Standalone (Needs Review)

3.5/10

List Price

$11,048

Cash Price

$5,524-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,540 – $9,391

EFFINGHAM HEALTH SYSTEM

SPRINGFIELD, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

4/10

List Price

$15,000

Cash Price

$9,750-35%

Negotiated Range

$4,016 – $14,250

OPTIM MEDICAL CENTER - TATTNALL

REIDSVILLE, GA · Proprietary

4.3/10

List Price

$17,443

Cash Price

$17,443

Negotiated Range

$1,330 – $1,330

ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD MEDICAL CENTER

ROME, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

6.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,515 – $6,320

ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT PEACH

BYRON, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$240 – $6,575

DOCTORS HOSPITAL

AUGUSTA, GA · Proprietary

5.6/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$72 – $8,361

FAIRVIEW PARK HOSPITAL

DUBLIN, GA · Proprietary

6.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$89 – $8,361

NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL GWINNETT

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$337 – $50,000

NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL DULUTH

DULUTH, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$337 – $50,000

MILLER COUNTY HOSPITAL

COLQUITT, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

3.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$630 – $630

NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL CHEROKEE

CANTON, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$337 – $50,000

SAVANNAH HEALTH SERVICES LLC DBA MEMORIAL HEALTH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

SAVANNAH, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

5.6/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$173 – $8,194

GRADY GENERAL HOSPITAL

CAIRO, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$186 – $5,969

MEMORIAL HEALTH MEADOWS HOSPITAL

VIDALIA, GA · Proprietary

7.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$71 – $21,000

ATRIUM HEALTH NAVICENT THE MEDICAL CENTER

MACON, GA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

6/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$240 – $5,079

GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ATLANTA, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$186 – $5,969

NAVICENT HEALTH BALDWIN

MILLEDGEVILLE, GA · Proprietary

7.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$240 – $6,575

CHI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL- GEORGIA

FORT OGLETHORPE, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$15 – $7,100

Memorial Satilla Health

WAYCROSS, GA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$89 – $8,194

Tonsillectomy Cost by City in Georgia

Atlanta

Tonsillectomy Cost in Other States

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What Affects Tonsillectomy Cost in Georgia

The cost of tonsillectomy in Georgia depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.

The total cost of tonsillectomy 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 24 hospitals in Georgia, tonsillectomy prices range from $748 to $17,443 — a 23.3x 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 Georgia

Tonsillectomy in Georgia can be performed in different settings depending on clinical complexity: hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient, or ambulatory surgery center (ASC).

ASCs typically offer lower prices because they have lower overhead and specialize in efficient, high-volume outpatient procedures. For eligible patients, ASCs can save 30–60% compared to hospital outpatient departments.

Not all patients are candidates for outpatient surgery. Your surgeon will determine the appropriate setting based on your health history, the procedure's complexity, and anticipated recovery needs.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Georgia

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access tonsillectomy at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Georgia offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Georgia, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $5,281, which is 31% lower than the average list price of $7,691. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tonsillectomy Cost in Georgia

How much does Tonsillectomy cost in Georgia?▼

The average cash price for tonsillectomy in Georgia is $5,281. Prices range from $748 to $17,443 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Tonsillectomy prices vary so much in Georgia?▼

Hospital prices for tonsillectomy in Georgia 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 Tonsillectomy by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Georgia, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $5,281, which is 31% below the average list price of $7,691. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Tonsillectomy in Georgia?▼

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

Does insurance cover Tonsillectomy?▼

Most health insurance plans cover tonsillectomy 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.