Procedures/General Surgery

How Much Does Hernia Repair Cost?

Average cost: $12,000 | Range: $6,000 - $25,000

Average Cost
$12,000
With Insurance
$1,000-$5,000
Recovery Time
2-6 weeks
Urgency
Semi-urgent

About This Procedure

Surgical correction of a hernia where tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Includes inguinal, umbilical, and incisional hernias.

Hospital Stay: Outpatient to 1 day
Recovery: 2-6 weeks

What Affects the Price?

Robotic hernia repair costs $3,000-$5,000 more than open surgery but may offer faster recovery. Recurrent hernias cost more due to scar tissue complexity. Outpatient surgery centers charge 30-50% less than hospital ORs for the same procedure.

Key Cost Factors

  • Hernia type and size
  • Open vs laparoscopic vs robotic
  • Mesh type
  • Outpatient vs inpatient
  • Anesthesia
  • Bilateral repair

Cost With vs Without Insurance

Without Insurance
$6,000 - $25,000

Full chargemaster or negotiated cash price

With Insurance
$1,000 - $5,000

After deductible, copay, and coinsurance

Insurance costs assume you have met your deductible. If you haven't, your out-of-pocket costs will be higher until the deductible is satisfied.

Cost by State (Sample)

StateLowHighAvgW/ Insurance
Alabama$5,100$21,250$10,200$4,250
Alaska$8,520$35,500$17,040$7,100
Arizona$5,820$24,250$11,640$4,850
Arkansas$4,920$20,500$9,840$4,100
California$8,280$34,500$16,560$6,900
Colorado$6,720$28,000$13,440$5,600
Connecticut$7,680$32,000$15,360$6,400
Delaware$6,600$27,500$13,200$5,500
Florida$6,300$26,250$12,600$5,250
Georgia$5,760$24,000$11,520$4,800
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Medical procedure prices vary by 300-500% between facilities. Getting quotes from multiple providers is the best way to find a fair price.

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