Appendectomy Cost in Massachusetts (2026)
Last updated: May 2026
Appendectomy costs $3,931 on average without insurance in Massachusetts, based on actual CMS data from 9 hospitals. Prices range from $5,680 to $11,269 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.
9 hospitals in Massachusetts report pricing for appendectomy. The average cash price is $3,931.
9
in Massachusetts
$8,025
gross charge
$3,931
51% below list price
$5,680 – $11,269
2.0x spread
Hospital Prices in Massachusetts
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAPE COD HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | HYANNIS | $7,125 | $3,028-57% | $870 – $18,895 | 3.1/10 | |
| SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SOUTH WEYMOUTH | $5,680 | $3,976-30% | — | 7/10 | |
| FALMOUTH HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | FALMOUTH | $11,269 | $4,789-58% | $794 – $20,320 | 3.1/10 | |
| SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE BROCKTON HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other | BROCKTON | N/A | N/A | $3,699 – $9,844 | 0.1/10 | |
| METROWEST MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private | FRAMINGHAM | N/A | N/A | $506 – $999,999,999 | 5.5/10 | |
| ATHOL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | ATHOL | N/A | N/A | $1,386 – $999,999,999 | 7.9/10 | |
| ST VINCENT HOSPITAL Proprietary | WORCESTER | N/A | N/A | $1,742 – $999,999,999 | 5.5/10 | |
| HEYWOOD HOSPITAL - Voluntary non-profit - Private | GARDNER | N/A | N/A | $2,000 – $10,291 | 7.9/10 | |
| MILFORD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other | MILFORD | N/A | N/A | $2,307 – $8,406 | 2.3/10 |
HYANNIS, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$7,125
Cash Price
$3,028-57%
Negotiated Range
$870 – $18,895
SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$5,680
Cash Price
$3,976-30%
FALMOUTH, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$11,269
Cash Price
$4,789-58%
Negotiated Range
$794 – $20,320
BROCKTON, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$3,699 – $9,844
FRAMINGHAM, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$506 – $999,999,999
ATHOL, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$1,386 – $999,999,999
WORCESTER, MA · Proprietary
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$1,742 – $999,999,999
GARDNER, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$2,000 – $10,291
MILFORD, MA · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
N/A
Cash Price
N/A
Negotiated Range
$2,307 – $8,406
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What Affects Appendectomy Cost in Massachusetts
If you're researching appendectomy costs in Massachusetts, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.
Surgical costs for appendectomy in Massachusetts 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 9 hospitals in Massachusetts, appendectomy prices range from $5,680 to $11,269 — a 2.0x 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 Massachusetts
Appendectomy in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access appendectomy at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Massachusetts offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.
In Massachusetts, the average cash price for appendectomy is $3,931, which is 51% lower than the average list price of $8,025. 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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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.