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Tonsillectomy Cost in North Carolina (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Tonsillectomy costs $4,955 on average without insurance in North Carolina, based on actual CMS data from 23 hospitals. Prices range from $2,687 to $18,676 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

23 hospitals in North Carolina report pricing for tonsillectomy. The average cash price is $4,955.

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Hospitals

in North Carolina

Average List Price

$8,181

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$4,955

39% below list price

Price Range

$2,687 – $18,676

7.0x spread

Hospital Prices in North Carolina

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
CAPE FEAR VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	FAYETTEVILLE	$2,834	$1,700-40%	$3,091 – $7,728	0.1/10
BETSY JOHNSON REGIONAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	DUNN	$2,834	$1,700-40%	$3,091 – $7,728	0.1/10
NORTH CAROLINA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL Proprietary	DURHAM	$2,687	$2,687	$2,526 – $3,224	0.1/10
IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	STATESVILLE	$13,871	$3,745-73%	$3,084 – $12,207	0.1/10
GRANVILLE HEALTH SYSTEMS Government - Local	OXFORD	$18,676	$14,941-20%	$2,964 – $18,676	0.1/10
HUGH CHATHAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ELKIN	N/A	N/A	$3,034 – $3,034	0.1/10
MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CE Voluntary non-profit - Private	ASHEVILLE	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $13,797	0.1/10
HIGH POINT REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Voluntary non-profit - Private	HIGH POINT	N/A	N/A	$3,098 – $12,040	0.1/10
ATRIUM HEALTH UNIVERSITY CITY Government - Hospital District or Authority	CHARLOTTE	N/A	N/A	$187 – $3,856	0.1/10
THE MCDOWELL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MARION	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $8,744	0.1/10
ANGEL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	FRANKLIN	N/A	N/A	$229 – $2,550	0.1/10
CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHEAST Government - Hospital District or Authority	CONCORD	N/A	N/A	$187 – $3,856	0.1/10
LEXINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	LEXINGTON	N/A	N/A	$3,139 – $3,171	0.1/10
WAKEMED, RALEIGH CAMPUS Voluntary non-profit - Private	RALEIGH	N/A	N/A	$319 – $7,438	0.1/10
TRANSYLVANIA REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	BREVARD	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $2,550	0.1/10
STANLY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	ALBEMARLE	N/A	N/A	$187 – $3,248	0.1/10
WAKEMED, CARY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CARY	N/A	N/A	$581 – $7,438	0.1/10
BLUE RIDGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	SPRUCE PINE	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $2,550	0.1/10
WILKES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Government - Local	NORTH WILKESBORO	N/A	N/A	$3,098 – $3,206	0.1/10
HIGHLANDS CASHIERS HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	HIGHLANDS	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $2,550	0.1/10
ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	SPARTA	N/A	N/A	$293 – $662	0.1/10
COLUMBUS REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM Voluntary non-profit - Other	WHITEVILLE	N/A	N/A	$1,540 – $3,195	0.1/10
ONSLOW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	JACKSONVILLE	N/A	N/A	$187 – $3,651	0.1/10

CAPE FEAR VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

FAYETTEVILLE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,834

Cash Price

$1,700-40%

Negotiated Range

$3,091 – $7,728

BETSY JOHNSON REGIONAL HOSPITAL

DUNN, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,834

Cash Price

$1,700-40%

Negotiated Range

$3,091 – $7,728

NORTH CAROLINA SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

DURHAM, NC · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$2,687

Cash Price

$2,687

Negotiated Range

$2,526 – $3,224

IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC

STATESVILLE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$13,871

Cash Price

$3,745-73%

Negotiated Range

$3,084 – $12,207

GRANVILLE HEALTH SYSTEMS

OXFORD, NC · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$18,676

Cash Price

$14,941-20%

Negotiated Range

$2,964 – $18,676

HUGH CHATHAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ELKIN, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,034 – $3,034

MEMORIAL MISSION HOSPITAL AND ASHEVILLE SURGERY CE

ASHEVILLE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $13,797

HIGH POINT REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

HIGH POINT, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,098 – $12,040

ATRIUM HEALTH UNIVERSITY CITY

CHARLOTTE, NC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$187 – $3,856

THE MCDOWELL HOSPITAL

MARION, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $8,744

ANGEL MEDICAL CENTER

FRANKLIN, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$229 – $2,550

CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHEAST

CONCORD, NC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$187 – $3,856

LEXINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC

LEXINGTON, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,139 – $3,171

WAKEMED, RALEIGH CAMPUS

RALEIGH, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$319 – $7,438

TRANSYLVANIA REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC

BREVARD, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $2,550

STANLY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ALBEMARLE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$187 – $3,248

WAKEMED, CARY HOSPITAL

CARY, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$581 – $7,438

BLUE RIDGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL

SPRUCE PINE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $2,550

WILKES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

NORTH WILKESBORO, NC · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,098 – $3,206

HIGHLANDS CASHIERS HOSPITAL

HIGHLANDS, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $2,550

ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

SPARTA, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$293 – $662

COLUMBUS REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

WHITEVILLE, NC · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,540 – $3,195

ONSLOW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

JACKSONVILLE, NC · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$187 – $3,651

Tonsillectomy Cost by City in North Carolina

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Tonsillectomy Cost in Other States

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What Affects Tonsillectomy Cost in North Carolina

The cost of tonsillectomy in North Carolina 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 23 hospitals in North Carolina, tonsillectomy prices range from $2,687 to $18,676 — a 7.0x 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 North Carolina

Tonsillectomy in North Carolina 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 North Carolina

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

In North Carolina, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $4,955, which is 39% lower than the average list price of $8,181. 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 North Carolina

How much does Tonsillectomy cost in North Carolina?▼

The average cash price for tonsillectomy in North Carolina is $4,955. Prices range from $2,687 to $18,676 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Tonsillectomy prices vary so much in North Carolina?▼

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

Yes. In North Carolina, the average cash price for tonsillectomy is $4,955, which is 39% below the average list price of $8,181. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Tonsillectomy in North Carolina?▼

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