Appendectomy Cost with Medicare (2026)
Surgical removal of the appendix, typically due to appendicitis.
$15,000
National Avg Cost
$12,000
Medicare Pays
$3,000
Patient Pays
Hospital
Category
Appendectomy Cost by State
| # | State | Average Cost | Medicare Pays | Patient Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas | $18,605 | $14,884 | $3,721 |
| 2 | Mississippi | $18,570 | $14,856 | $3,714 |
| 3 | Missouri | $18,508 | $14,807 | $3,702 |
| 4 | Florida | $18,095 | $14,476 | $3,619 |
| 5 | Maine | $17,862 | $14,290 | $3,572 |
| 6 | Iowa | $17,843 | $14,274 | $3,569 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $17,797 | $14,238 | $3,559 |
| 8 | Arizona | $17,554 | $14,043 | $3,511 |
| 9 | Utah | $17,540 | $14,032 | $3,508 |
| 10 | New Jersey | $17,123 | $13,698 | $3,425 |
| 11 | Michigan | $17,052 | $13,642 | $3,410 |
| 12 | Alabama | $16,967 | $13,573 | $3,393 |
| 13 | Virginia | $16,260 | $13,008 | $3,252 |
| 14 | Louisiana | $16,168 | $12,934 | $3,234 |
| 15 | California | $16,158 | $12,927 | $3,232 |
| 16 | Montana | $15,891 | $12,712 | $3,178 |
| 17 | Delaware | $15,832 | $12,666 | $3,166 |
| 18 | Oregon | $15,718 | $12,574 | $3,144 |
| 19 | Kentucky | $15,586 | $12,469 | $3,117 |
| 20 | Colorado | $15,345 | $12,276 | $3,069 |
| 21 | New Mexico | $15,231 | $12,185 | $3,046 |
| 22 | Tennessee | $14,938 | $11,951 | $2,988 |
| 23 | Minnesota | $14,847 | $11,878 | $2,969 |
| 24 | Ohio | $14,783 | $11,826 | $2,957 |
| 25 | Wyoming | $14,592 | $11,673 | $2,918 |
| 26 | Pennsylvania | $14,393 | $11,514 | $2,879 |
| 27 | New York | $14,259 | $11,407 | $2,852 |
| 28 | Washington | $14,124 | $11,299 | $2,825 |
| 29 | Nevada | $14,103 | $11,282 | $2,821 |
| 30 | Idaho | $14,085 | $11,268 | $2,817 |
| 31 | Maryland | $14,039 | $11,231 | $2,808 |
| 32 | Indiana | $14,009 | $11,207 | $2,802 |
| 33 | Texas | $13,994 | $11,195 | $2,799 |
| 34 | South Dakota | $13,809 | $11,047 | $2,762 |
| 35 | Georgia | $13,764 | $11,011 | $2,753 |
| 36 | South Carolina | $13,668 | $10,934 | $2,734 |
| 37 | Connecticut | $13,633 | $10,906 | $2,727 |
| 38 | North Carolina | $13,479 | $10,783 | $2,696 |
| 39 | Nebraska | $13,418 | $10,735 | $2,684 |
| 40 | Oklahoma | $12,774 | $10,219 | $2,555 |
| 41 | Rhode Island | $12,705 | $10,164 | $2,541 |
| 42 | Illinois | $12,648 | $10,119 | $2,530 |
| 43 | Arkansas | $12,534 | $10,027 | $2,507 |
| 44 | Vermont | $12,363 | $9,890 | $2,473 |
| 45 | Hawaii | $11,883 | $9,506 | $2,377 |
| 46 | Wisconsin | $11,797 | $9,438 | $2,359 |
| 47 | Alaska | $11,785 | $9,428 | $2,357 |
| 48 | New Hampshire | $11,741 | $9,393 | $2,348 |
| 49 | West Virginia | $11,715 | $9,372 | $2,343 |
| 50 | North Dakota | $11,426 | $9,141 | $2,285 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Appendectomy cost with Medicare?
The national average cost for Appendectomy is $15,000. Medicare typically pays $12,000, leaving a patient responsibility of $3,000.
Does Medicare cover Appendectomy?
Yes, Medicare covers Appendectomy. The average Medicare payment is $12,000 out of a total cost of $15,000.
What category is Appendectomy?
Appendectomy is classified as a hospital procedure.