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Tonsillectomy Cost in New York (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Tonsillectomy costs $4,664 on average without insurance in New York, based on actual CMS data from 66 hospitals. Prices range from $561 to $35,907 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

66 hospitals in New York report pricing for tonsillectomy. The average cash price is $4,664.

Hospitals

66

in New York

Average List Price

$6,589

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$4,664

29% below list price

Price Range

$561 – $35,907

64.0x spread

Hospital Prices in New York

Sorted by lowest cash price
WESTFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC

WESTFIELD, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

2.8/10

List Price

$724

Cash Price

$159-78%

Negotiated Range

$19$7,368

O'CONNOR HOSPITAL

DELHI, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$770

Cash Price

$208-73%

Negotiated Range

$216$770

COBLESKILL REGIONAL HOSPITAL

COBLESKILL, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$770

Cash Price

$208-73%

Negotiated Range

$216$770

LITTLE FALLS HOSPITAL

LITTLE FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$770

Cash Price

$208-73%

Negotiated Range

$216$770

ST BARNABAS HOSPITAL

BRONX, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,109

Cash Price

$302-73%

Negotiated Range

$210$675

JONES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WELLSVILLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$636

Cash Price

$379-40%

Negotiated Range

$147$10,837

ELLIS HOSPITAL

SCHENECTADY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

$796

Cash Price

$398-50%

Negotiated Range

$223$5,787

SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER

WATERTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$561

Cash Price

$561

Negotiated Range

$210$18,996

RIVER HOSPITAL CLINICS

ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$562

Cash Price

$562

Negotiated Range

$28$4,411

ADIRONDACK MEDICAL CENTER - SARANAC LAKE

SARANAC LAKE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$942

Cash Price

$584-38%

Negotiated Range

$0$11,991

MOUNT ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER

LEWISTON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$734

Cash Price

$734

Negotiated Range

$123$699

KENMORE MERCY HOSPITAL

KENMORE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$734

Cash Price

$734

Negotiated Range

$123$699

GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL

GLENS FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,000

Cash Price

$1,000-50%

Negotiated Range

$123$6,855

CARTHAGE AREA HOSPITAL, INC

CARTHAGE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.5/10

List Price

$1,616

Cash Price

$1,131-30%

Negotiated Range

$404$15,622

JAMAICA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

JAMAICA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,212

Cash Price

$3,212

Negotiated Range

$316$6,795

KINGS COUNTY HOSPITAL CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$750

Cash Price

$3,686

Negotiated Range

$150$7,675

WYOMING COUNTY

WARSAW, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$5,317

Cash Price

$3,722-30%

Negotiated Range

$278$278

BELLEVUE HOSPITAL CENTER

NEW YORK, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$729

Cash Price

$3,723

Negotiated Range

$146$7,675

QUEENS HOSPITAL CENTER

JAMAICA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$735

Cash Price

$3,723

Negotiated Range

$146$7,675

WOODHULL MEDICAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$750

Cash Price

$3,723

Negotiated Range

$150$7,675

STRONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$3,935

Negotiated Range

$4,030$8,198

HIGHLAND HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$3,935

Negotiated Range

$3,927$7,029

ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL

ALBANY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$8,536

Cash Price

$4,268-50%

Negotiated Range

$123$11,493

ST MARY'S HEALTHCARE

AMSTERDAM, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.5/10

List Price

$8,059

Cash Price

$5,048-37%

Negotiated Range

$1,327$7,254

OSWEGO HOSPITAL

OSWEGO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,538

Cash Price

$5,653-25%

Negotiated Range

$4,118$12,492

HEALTHALLIANCE HOSPITAL MARYS AVENUE CAMPUS

KINGSTON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$34,043

Cash Price

$6,311-81%

Negotiated Range

$2,686$34,043

WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER

VALHALLA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

6.7/10

List Price

$35,907

Cash Price

$6,311-82%

Negotiated Range

$2,686$35,907

ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL HOSPITAL AT SOUTH SHORE

FAR ROCKAWAY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$8,750

Cash Price

$8,750

Negotiated Range

$316$5,373

ST PETER'S HOSPITAL

ALBANY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$16,031

Cash Price

$10,420-35%

Negotiated Range

$115$12,754

WYCKOFF HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.3/10

List Price

$10,500

Cash Price

$10,500

Negotiated Range

$176$4,736

BROOKLYN HOSPITAL CENTER - DOWNTOWN CAMPUS

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

$11,503

Cash Price

$11,503

Negotiated Range

$1,015$7,675

HUDSON VALLEY HOSPITAL CENTER

CORTLANDT MANOR, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$13,358

Cash Price

$13,358

Negotiated Range

$1,142$13,188

NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL

NEW YORK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$13,358

Cash Price

$13,358

Negotiated Range

$1,142$13,188

NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN/QUEENS

FLUSHING, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$13,358

Cash Price

$13,358

Negotiated Range

$1,142$13,188

SUNY/STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

STONY BROOK, NY · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

$17,586

Cash Price

$17,586

Negotiated Range

$4,118$12,338

KALEIDA HEALTH

BUFFALO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,266

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$253$291

ELMHURST HOSPITAL CENTER

ELMHURST, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$263$7,675

CAYUGA MEDICAL CENTER AT ITHACA

ITHACA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,571$4,470

MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITAL

NEW ROCHELLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$257$15,963

CHSLI ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL

BETHPAGE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$999,999,999

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

WEST ISLIP, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$5,310

SCHUYLER HOSPITAL

MONTOUR FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,571$3,534

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$999,999,999

SOUTH BROOKLYN HEALTH

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$270$7,675

MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL

MOUNT VERNON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$257$15,963

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL S U N Y HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER

SYRACUSE, NY · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,900$11,257

MONTEFIORE ST LUKE'S CORNWALL

NEWBURGH, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,500$24,252

UPMC CHAUTAUQUA AT WCA

JAMESTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$643$4,953

GENEVA GENERAL HOSPITAL

GENEVA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$123$6,954

F F THOMPSON HOSPITAL

CANANDAIGUA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$170$11,469

ST CATHERINE OF SIENA HOSPITAL

SMITHTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$999,999,999

ST CHARLES HOSPITAL

PORT JEFFERSON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$999,999,999

ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL - THE HEART CENTER

ROSLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$533$999,999,999

JACOBI MEDICAL CENTER

BRONX, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$270$7,675

WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL CENTER

WHITE PLAINS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$297$15,963

LINCOLN MEDICAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

BRONX, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$270$7,675

METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL CENTER

NEW YORK, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$270$7,675

NICHOLAS H NOYES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

DANSVILLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$634$9,842

WYNN HOSPITAL

UTICA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER

BRONX, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$292$24,609

JOHN T MATHER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF PORT JEFFERSON

PORT JEFFERSON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

ST JAMES HOSPITAL

HORNELL, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$997$9,969

NYU LANGONE HOSPITALS

NEW YORK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,103$25,798

LONG ISLAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

PATCHOGUE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,103$25,798

COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

HUDSON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,720$7,032

CROUSE HOSPITAL

SYRACUSE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,795$4,795

Tonsillectomy Cost by City in New York

Tonsillectomy Cost in Other States

What Affects Tonsillectomy Cost in New York

Hospital charges for tonsillectomy in New York vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

For tonsillectomy in New York, the choice of facility can mean thousands of dollars in price difference. Teaching hospitals and major health systems typically maintain higher chargemaster rates, while community hospitals and outpatient centers may offer competitive self-pay pricing.

Based on data from 66 hospitals in New York, tonsillectomy prices range from $561 to $35,907 — a 64.0x 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 New York

The setting where tonsillectomy is performed in New York 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 New York

If you're paying out of pocket for tonsillectomy in New York, 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 New York, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $4,664, which is 29% lower than the average list price of $6,589. 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 New York

How much does Tonsillectomy cost in New York?
The average cash price for tonsillectomy in New York is $4,664. Prices range from $561 to $35,907 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Tonsillectomy prices vary so much in New York?
Hospital prices for tonsillectomy in New York 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 New York, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $4,664, which is 29% below the average list price of $6,589. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Tonsillectomy in New York?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in New York 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.

Want the true total cost of REMOVAL OF TONSILS?

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.