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Appendectomy Cost in Florida (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Appendectomy costs $13,114 on average without insurance in Florida, based on actual CMS data from 89 hospitals. Prices range from $1,484 to $36,345 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

89 hospitals in Florida report pricing for appendectomy. The average cash price is $13,114.

Hospitals

89

in Florida

Average List Price

$23,890

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$13,114

45% below list price

Price Range

$1,484 – $36,345

24.5x spread

Hospital Prices in Florida

Sorted by lowest cash price
DOCTORS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BONIFAY, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$1,484

Cash Price

$1,484

Negotiated Range

$1,484$1,484

DESOTO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ARCADIA, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$24,371

Cash Price

$12,186-50%

Negotiated Range

$1,235$24,371

PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER

TITUSVILLE, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$33,361

Cash Price

$13,344-60%

Negotiated Range

$5,705$31,693

TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE

TALLAHASSEE, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$36,345

Cash Price

$25,441-30%

Negotiated Range

$4,292$36,345

HCA FLORIDA CAPITAL HOSPITAL

TALLAHASSEE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

HCA FLORIDA HIGHLANDS HOSPITAL

SEBRING, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$37,000

HCA FLORIDA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

JACKSONVILLE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$40,512

LAKESIDE MEDICAL CENTER

BELLE GLADE, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,611$3,134

HCA FLORIDA ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL

ENGLEWOOD, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$42,126

ASCENSION ST VINCENT'S SOUTHSIDE

JACKSONVILLE, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

MARION COMMUNTIY HOSPITAL

OCALA, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,020

HCA FLORIDA SOUTH TAMPA HOSPITAL

TAMPA, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,309$13,565

HCA FLORIDA ST PETERSBURG HOSPITAL

SAINT PETERSBURG, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$975$28,672

HCA FLORIDA LAKE CITY HOSPITAL

LAKE CITY, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,020

CLEVELAND CLINIC HOSPITAL

WESTON, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,910$15,651

HCA FLORIDA LARGO HOSPITAL

LARGO, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$975$28,672

MORTON PLANT NORTH BAY HOSPITAL

NEW PORT RICHEY, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

HCA FLORIDA BRANDON HOSPITAL

BRANDON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

ASCENSION ST VINCENT'S ST JOHNS COUNTY

ST. JOHNS, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

HCA FLORIDA BLAKE HOSPITAL

BRADENTON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

FLAGLER HOSPITAL

SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$0$12,520

HCA FLORIDA BAYONET POINT HOSPITAL

HUDSON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

OVIEDO MEDICAL CENTER

OVIEDO, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$30,068

HCA FLORIDA OAK HILL HOSPITAL

BROOKSVILLE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

HCA FLORIDA PALMS WEST HOSPITAL

LOXAHATCHEE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$20,955

MEMORIAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL

HOLLYWOOD, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$10,834

HALIFAX HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

DAYTONA BEACH, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$0$13,177

UCF LAKE NONA HOSPITAL

ORLANDO, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,442$20,955

GULF BREEZE HOSPITAL

GULF BREEZE, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$9,780

HCA FLORIDA GULF COAST HOSPITAL

PANAMA CITY, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,447

WEST BOCA MEDICAL CENTER

BOCA RATON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1$999,999,999

HCA FLORIDA TRINITY HOSPITAL

TRINITY, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

WELLINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

WELLINGTON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,516$15,030

WESTSIDE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

PLANTATION, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$20,955

HCA FLORIDA FORT WALTON-DESTIN HOSPITAL

FORT WALTON BEACH, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,447

WINTER HAVEN HOSPITAL

WINTER HAVEN, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WEST

PEMBROKE PINES, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$10,834

CENTRAL FLORIDA LAKE MONROE HOSPITAL

SANFORD, FL · HCA Healthcare

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$30,068

HCA FLORIDA POINCIANA HOSPITAL

KISSIMMEE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$30,068

HCA FLORIDA OSCEOLA HOSPITAL

KISSIMMEE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$30,068

HCA FLORIDA LAWNWOOD HOSPITAL

FORT PIERCE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$39,000

HCA FLORIDA ORANGE PARK HOSPITAL

ORANGE PARK, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$40,512

HCA FLORIDA NORTH FLORIDA HOSPITAL

GAINESVILLE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,020

HCA FLORIDA PASADENA HOSPITAL A PART OF HCA FLORID

SAINT PETERSBURG, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$975$28,672

BAPTIST HOSPITAL

PENSACOLA, FL · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$8,785

HCA FLORIDA RAULERSON HOSPITAL

OKEECHOBEE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$37,000

HCA FLORIDA AVENTURA HOSPITAL

AVENTURA, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$20,955

VILLAGES REGIONAL HOSPITAL, THE

THE VILLAGES, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$15,334

MEASE COUNTRYSIDE HOSPITAL

SAFETY HARBOR, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

SARASOTA, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$78$15,812

ST MARY'S MEDICAL CENTER

WEST PALM BEACH, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$94$40,766

BROWARD HEALTH IMPERIAL POINT

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,309$11,195

ST LUCIE MEDICAL CENTER

PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$40,000

ASCENSION ST VINCENT'S CLAY COUNTY

MIDDLEBURG, FL · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

TAMARAC, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$20,955

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$0$13,127

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL MIRAMAR

MIRAMAR, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$10,834

BROWARD HEALTH NORTH

DEERFIELD BEACH, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,309$11,195

JAY HOSPITAL

JAY, FL · Baptist Health Care

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,288$12,298

PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL CENTER

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1$999,999,999

HCA FLORIDA KENDALL HOSPITAL

MIAMI, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$24,051

HCA FLORIDA NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL

SAINT PETERSBURG, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$975$28,672

GOOD SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER

WEST PALM BEACH, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1$999,999,999

BAYCARE HOSPITAL WESLEY CHAPEL

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

SOUTH FLORIDA BAPTIST HOSPITAL

PLANT CITY, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER

DELRAY BEACH, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1$999,999,999

MEASE DUNEDIN HOSPITAL

DUNEDIN, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

ST ANTHONYS HOSPITAL

SAINT PETERSBURG, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

SARASOTA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL - VENICE

NORTH VENICE, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$78$15,812

MANATEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BRADENTON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,983$19,365

HCA FLORIDA TWIN CITIES HOSPITAL

NICEVILLE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,447

HCA FLORIDA SARASOTA DOCTORS HOSPITAL

SARASOTA, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$30,333

LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER

BRADENTON, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,983$16,211

HCA FLORIDA SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL

SUN CITY CENTER, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$28,672

HCA FLORIDA JFK HOSPITAL

ATLANTIS, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$23,230

ST JOSEPHS HOSPITAL

TAMPA, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

HCA FLORIDA UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

DAVIE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,442$20,955

HCA FLORIDA CITRUS HOSPITAL

INVERNESS, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,651$28,672

HCA FLORIDA LEHIGH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

LEHIGH ACRES, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$15,032

HCA FLORIDA PUTNAM HOSPITAL

PALATKA, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,753$23,005

HCA FLORIDA NORTHWEST HOSPITAL

MARGATE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,350$20,955

HCA FLORIDA MERCY HOSPITAL

PLANTATION, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,450$20,955

MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PEMBROKE

PEMBROKE PINES, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,600$10,834

BROWARD HEALTH CORAL SPRINGS

CORAL SPRINGS, FL · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,309$11,195

BARTOW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

BARTOW, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

HCA FLORIDA WEST HOSPITAL

PENSACOLA, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,950$54,447

HCA FLORIDA FAWCETT HOSPITAL

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,843$41,959

MORTON PLANT HOSPITAL

CLEARWATER, FL · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,856$19,866

Appendectomy Cost by City in Florida

Appendectomy Cost in Other States

What Affects Appendectomy Cost in Florida

If you're researching appendectomy costs in Florida, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.

Surgical costs for appendectomy in Florida are influenced by operating room fees, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and any implants or specialized equipment. Academic medical centers and large health systems often charge more than community hospitals or ambulatory surgery centers.

Based on data from 89 hospitals in Florida, appendectomy prices range from $1,484 to $36,345 — a 24.5x 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 Florida

The setting where appendectomy is performed in Florida 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 Florida

If you're paying out of pocket for appendectomy in Florida, 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 Florida, the average cash price for appendectomy is $13,114, which is 45% lower than the average list price of $23,890. 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.

Related Procedure Costs

Frequently Asked Questions About Appendectomy Cost in Florida

How much does Appendectomy cost in Florida?
The average cash price for appendectomy in Florida is $13,114. Prices range from $1,484 to $36,345 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do Appendectomy prices vary so much in Florida?
Hospital prices for appendectomy in Florida 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 Appendectomy by paying cash?
Yes. In Florida, the average cash price for appendectomy is $13,114, which is 45% below the average list price of $23,890. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for Appendectomy in Florida?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Florida offers the lowest cash price for appendectomy. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.
Does insurance cover Appendectomy?
Most health insurance plans cover appendectomy 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.