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Tonsillectomy Cost in Illinois (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Tonsillectomy costs $5,563 on average without insurance in Illinois, based on actual CMS data from 47 hospitals. Prices range from $268 to $24,927 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

47 hospitals in Illinois report pricing for tonsillectomy. The average cash price is $5,563.

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Hospitals

in Illinois

Average List Price

$6,317

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$5,563

12% below list price

Price Range

$268 – $24,927

93.0x spread

Hospital Prices in Illinois

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
HEARTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MARION	$978	$156-84%	$156 – $8,618	0.1/10
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CARTHAGE	$268	$214-20%	$75 – $268	0.1/10
DEACONESS ILLINOIS CROSSROADS Deaconess Health System	MOUNT VERNON	$978	$342-65%	$203 – $9,635	0.1/10
RED BUD REGIONAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	RED BUD	$978	$342-65%	$306 – $763	0.1/10
DEACONESS ILLINOIS UNION COUNTY Proprietary	ANNA	$978	$352-64%	$203 – $782	0.1/10
BLESSING HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	QUINCY	$770	$462-40%	$248 – $3,414	0.1/10
TRINITY ROCK ISLAND Voluntary non-profit - Private	ROCK ISLAND	$778	$622-20%	$233 – $9,202	0.1/10
SARAH D CULBERTSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	RUSHVILLE	$902	$902	—	0.1/10
CARLE EUREKA HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	EUREKA	$1,229	$922-25%	$82 – $1,032	0.1/10
GIBSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GIBSON CITY	$1,175	$1,175	$203 – $1,116	0.1/10
CARLE HOOPESTON REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HOOPESTON	$2,340	$1,755-25%	$234 – $2,153	0.1/10
ST ANTHONYS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	EFFINGHAM	$4,196	$3,021-28%	$1,175 – $7,846	0.1/10
ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	HIGHLAND	$5,478	$3,944-28%	$1,041 – $5,478	0.1/10
SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	JOLIET	$8,909	$4,394-51%	$690 – $8,909	0.1/10
PRESENCE ST MARYS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	KANKAKEE	$9,551	$4,394-54%	$670 – $9,551	0.1/10
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	$11,034	$4,394-60%	$273 – $8,827	0.1/10
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	$13,907	$4,394-68%	$273 – $11,543	0.1/10
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL-EVANSTON Voluntary non-profit - Church	EVANSTON	$15,041	$4,394-71%	$273 – $12,484	0.1/10
PRESENCE MERCY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	AURORA	$18,918	$4,394-77%	$269 – $18,918	0.1/10
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	CHESTER	$6,014	$4,811-20%	$2,628 – $5,713	0.1/10
HSHS ST ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	O FALLON	$7,262	$5,228-28%	$1,721 – $8,452	0.1/10
ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	BREESE	$7,353	$5,294-28%	$1,721 – $8,452	0.1/10
CGH MEDICAL CENTER Government - Local	STERLING	$24,927	$6,730-73%	$3,449 – $19,941	0.1/10
ST JOHNS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	SPRINGFIELD	$9,395	$6,764-28%	$1,721 – $9,395	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE CENTRAL DUPAGE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WINFIELD	N/A	$14,470	$7 – $100	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE DELNOR COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GENEVA	N/A	$16,590	$16 – $120	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	N/A	$16,608	$18 – $100	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE KISHWAUKEE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	DEKALB	N/A	$16,608	$18 – $100	0.1/10
PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PALOS HEIGHTS	N/A	$16,608	$18 – $100	0.1/10
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE MCHENRY Voluntary non-profit - Other	MCHENRY	N/A	$16,608	$18 – $100	0.1/10
LAWRENCE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LAWRENCEVILLE	$4,566	N/A	$3,332 – $3,425	0.1/10
KIRBY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MONTICELLO	N/A	N/A	$197 – $375	0.1/10
CARLE HEALTH PEKIN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PEKIN	N/A	N/A	$3,381 – $9,229	0.1/10
CARLE RICHLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	OLNEY	N/A	N/A	$3,144 – $3,381	0.1/10
CARLE HEALTH PROCTOR HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PEORIA	N/A	N/A	$3,381 – $9,229	0.1/10
CARLE BROMENN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	NORMAL	N/A	N/A	$345 – $3,381	0.1/10
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	—	0.1/10
WEST SUBURBAN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	OAK PARK	N/A	N/A	$3,239 – $3,874	0.1/10
SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$2,132 – $3,381	0.1/10
CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	URBANA	N/A	N/A	$2,955 – $6,558	0.1/10
CARLE HEALTH METHODIST HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PEORIA	N/A	N/A	$3,381 – $9,229	0.1/10
FERRELL HOSPITAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS Voluntary non-profit - Private	ELDORADO	N/A	N/A	$203 – $444	0.1/10
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF STAUNTON Voluntary non-profit - Private	STAUNTON	N/A	N/A	$4,111 – $4,111	0.1/10
ANDERSON HOSPITAL Standalone (Needs Review)	MARYVILLE	N/A	N/A	$2,011 – $2,357	0.1/10
ILLINI COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PITTSFIELD	N/A	N/A	$437 – $637	0.1/10
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$3,239 – $3,874	0.1/10
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Church	CHICAGO	N/A	N/A	$4,902 – $12,362	0.1/10

HEARTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

MARION, IL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$978

Cash Price

$156-84%

Negotiated Range

$156 – $8,618

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CARTHAGE, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$268

Cash Price

$214-20%

Negotiated Range

$75 – $268

DEACONESS ILLINOIS CROSSROADS

MOUNT VERNON, IL · Deaconess Health System

0.1/10

List Price

$978

Cash Price

$342-65%

Negotiated Range

$203 – $9,635

RED BUD REGIONAL HOSPITAL

RED BUD, IL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$978

Cash Price

$342-65%

Negotiated Range

$306 – $763

DEACONESS ILLINOIS UNION COUNTY

ANNA, IL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$978

Cash Price

$352-64%

Negotiated Range

$203 – $782

BLESSING HOSPITAL

QUINCY, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$770

Cash Price

$462-40%

Negotiated Range

$248 – $3,414

TRINITY ROCK ISLAND

ROCK ISLAND, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$778

Cash Price

$622-20%

Negotiated Range

$233 – $9,202

SARAH D CULBERTSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

RUSHVILLE, IL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$902

Cash Price

$902

CARLE EUREKA HOSPITAL

EUREKA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,229

Cash Price

$922-25%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $1,032

GIBSON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

GIBSON CITY, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,175

Cash Price

$1,175

Negotiated Range

$203 – $1,116

CARLE HOOPESTON REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

HOOPESTON, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,340

Cash Price

$1,755-25%

Negotiated Range

$234 – $2,153

ST ANTHONYS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

EFFINGHAM, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$4,196

Cash Price

$3,021-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,175 – $7,846

ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL

HIGHLAND, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$5,478

Cash Price

$3,944-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,041 – $5,478

SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER

JOLIET, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$8,909

Cash Price

$4,394-51%

Negotiated Range

$690 – $8,909

PRESENCE ST MARYS HOSPITAL

KANKAKEE, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$9,551

Cash Price

$4,394-54%

Negotiated Range

$670 – $9,551

PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$11,034

Cash Price

$4,394-60%

Negotiated Range

$273 – $8,827

AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$13,907

Cash Price

$4,394-68%

Negotiated Range

$273 – $11,543

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL-EVANSTON

EVANSTON, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$15,041

Cash Price

$4,394-71%

Negotiated Range

$273 – $12,484

PRESENCE MERCY MEDICAL CENTER

AURORA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$18,918

Cash Price

$4,394-77%

Negotiated Range

$269 – $18,918

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHESTER, IL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$6,014

Cash Price

$4,811-20%

Negotiated Range

$2,628 – $5,713

HSHS ST ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL

O FALLON, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$7,262

Cash Price

$5,228-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,721 – $8,452

ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL

BREESE, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$7,353

Cash Price

$5,294-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,721 – $8,452

CGH MEDICAL CENTER

STERLING, IL · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$24,927

Cash Price

$6,730-73%

Negotiated Range

$3,449 – $19,941

ST JOHNS HOSPITAL

SPRINGFIELD, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$9,395

Cash Price

$6,764-28%

Negotiated Range

$1,721 – $9,395

NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE CENTRAL DUPAGE HOSPITAL

WINFIELD, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$14,470

Negotiated Range

$7 – $100

NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE DELNOR COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

GENEVA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$16,590

Negotiated Range

$16 – $120

NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$16,608

Negotiated Range

$18 – $100

NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE KISHWAUKEE HOSPITAL

DEKALB, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$16,608

Negotiated Range

$18 – $100

PALOS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$16,608

Negotiated Range

$18 – $100

NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE MCHENRY

MCHENRY, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$16,608

Negotiated Range

$18 – $100

LAWRENCE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

LAWRENCEVILLE, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,566

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,332 – $3,425

KIRBY MEDICAL CENTER

MONTICELLO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$197 – $375

CARLE HEALTH PEKIN HOSPITAL

PEKIN, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,381 – $9,229

CARLE RICHLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

OLNEY, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,144 – $3,381

CARLE HEALTH PROCTOR HOSPITAL

PEORIA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,381 – $9,229

CARLE BROMENN MEDICAL CENTER

NORMAL, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$345 – $3,381

PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

WEST SUBURBAN MEDICAL CENTER

OAK PARK, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,239 – $3,874

SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,132 – $3,381

CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL

URBANA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,955 – $6,558

CARLE HEALTH METHODIST HOSPITAL

PEORIA, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,381 – $9,229

FERRELL HOSPITAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS

ELDORADO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$203 – $444

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF STAUNTON

STAUNTON, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,111 – $4,111

ANDERSON HOSPITAL

MARYVILLE, IL · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,011 – $2,357

ILLINI COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

PITTSFIELD, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$437 – $637

LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,239 – $3,874

ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL

CHICAGO, IL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,902 – $12,362

Tonsillectomy Cost by City in Illinois

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Tonsillectomy Cost in Other States

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What Affects Tonsillectomy Cost in Illinois

The cost of tonsillectomy in Illinois 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 47 hospitals in Illinois, tonsillectomy prices range from $268 to $24,927 — a 93.0x 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 Illinois

The setting where tonsillectomy is performed in Illinois 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 Illinois

Self-pay patients in Illinois often have access to significantly discounted rates for tonsillectomy. Under federal price transparency rules (45 CFR § 180.50), hospitals must publish their discounted cash prices alongside standard charges.

In Illinois, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $5,563, which is 12% lower than the average list price of $6,317. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

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 Tonsillectomy Cost in Illinois

How much does Tonsillectomy cost in Illinois?▼

The average cash price for tonsillectomy in Illinois is $5,563. Prices range from $268 to $24,927 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Tonsillectomy prices vary so much in Illinois?▼

Hospital prices for tonsillectomy in Illinois 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 Illinois, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $5,563, which is 12% below the average list price of $6,317. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Tonsillectomy in Illinois?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Illinois 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.