Septoplasty Cost with Medicare (2026)
Surgery to straighten the nasal septum to improve breathing.
$5,500
National Avg Cost
$4,400
Medicare Pays
$1,100
Patient Pays
Outpatient
Category
Septoplasty Cost by State
| # | State | Average Cost | Medicare Pays | Patient Pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pennsylvania | $6,857 | $5,486 | $1,371 |
| 2 | Idaho | $6,767 | $5,414 | $1,353 |
| 3 | South Dakota | $6,746 | $5,397 | $1,349 |
| 4 | Missouri | $6,742 | $5,394 | $1,348 |
| 5 | Ohio | $6,668 | $5,334 | $1,334 |
| 6 | New Jersey | $6,600 | $5,280 | $1,320 |
| 7 | Maine | $6,534 | $5,227 | $1,307 |
| 8 | Indiana | $6,522 | $5,217 | $1,304 |
| 9 | North Dakota | $6,503 | $5,202 | $1,301 |
| 10 | Michigan | $6,478 | $5,182 | $1,296 |
| 11 | Arizona | $6,462 | $5,169 | $1,292 |
| 12 | Wisconsin | $6,316 | $5,053 | $1,263 |
| 13 | Montana | $6,306 | $5,045 | $1,261 |
| 14 | Arkansas | $6,295 | $5,036 | $1,259 |
| 15 | Maryland | $6,286 | $5,029 | $1,257 |
| 16 | Vermont | $6,211 | $4,969 | $1,242 |
| 17 | Utah | $6,136 | $4,909 | $1,227 |
| 18 | New Hampshire | $6,119 | $4,895 | $1,224 |
| 19 | Hawaii | $5,979 | $4,783 | $1,196 |
| 20 | Wyoming | $5,971 | $4,777 | $1,194 |
| 21 | Louisiana | $5,938 | $4,750 | $1,188 |
| 22 | Oklahoma | $5,817 | $4,653 | $1,163 |
| 23 | Alaska | $5,726 | $4,581 | $1,145 |
| 24 | California | $5,719 | $4,576 | $1,144 |
| 25 | West Virginia | $5,691 | $4,553 | $1,138 |
| 26 | Colorado | $5,535 | $4,428 | $1,107 |
| 27 | Florida | $5,399 | $4,319 | $1,080 |
| 28 | Kentucky | $5,345 | $4,276 | $1,069 |
| 29 | Minnesota | $5,331 | $4,264 | $1,066 |
| 30 | Nebraska | $5,284 | $4,227 | $1,057 |
| 31 | Mississippi | $5,265 | $4,212 | $1,053 |
| 32 | Iowa | $5,261 | $4,209 | $1,052 |
| 33 | Nevada | $5,175 | $4,140 | $1,035 |
| 34 | Texas | $5,115 | $4,092 | $1,023 |
| 35 | Virginia | $5,062 | $4,050 | $1,012 |
| 36 | Georgia | $5,026 | $4,021 | $1,005 |
| 37 | Alabama | $4,977 | $3,982 | $995 |
| 38 | Delaware | $4,949 | $3,959 | $990 |
| 39 | Kansas | $4,944 | $3,955 | $989 |
| 40 | Oregon | $4,937 | $3,950 | $987 |
| 41 | Connecticut | $4,893 | $3,914 | $979 |
| 42 | South Carolina | $4,643 | $3,714 | $929 |
| 43 | New Mexico | $4,635 | $3,708 | $927 |
| 44 | Washington | $4,610 | $3,688 | $922 |
| 45 | North Carolina | $4,573 | $3,659 | $915 |
| 46 | New York | $4,447 | $3,557 | $889 |
| 47 | Tennessee | $4,440 | $3,552 | $888 |
| 48 | Rhode Island | $4,359 | $3,487 | $872 |
| 49 | Massachusetts | $4,262 | $3,409 | $852 |
| 50 | Illinois | $4,220 | $3,376 | $844 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Septoplasty cost with Medicare?
The national average cost for Septoplasty is $5,500. Medicare typically pays $4,400, leaving a patient responsibility of $1,100.
Does Medicare cover Septoplasty?
Yes, Medicare covers Septoplasty. The average Medicare payment is $4,400 out of a total cost of $5,500.
What category is Septoplasty?
Septoplasty is classified as a outpatient procedure.