Appendectomy Cost in Vermont (2026)
Last updated: May 2026
Appendectomy costs $3,705 on average without insurance in Vermont, based on actual CMS data from 5 hospitals. Prices range from $1,211 to $26,995 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.
5 hospitals in Vermont report pricing for appendectomy. The average cash price is $3,705.
5
in Vermont
$6,712
gross charge
$3,705
45% below list price
$1,211 – $26,995
22.3x spread
Hospital Prices in Vermont
Sorted by lowest cash price| Hospital | City | List Price | Cash Price | Negotiated Range | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | SAINT JOHNSBURY | $1,211 | $908-25% | — | 0.1/10 | |
| BRATTLEBORO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private | BRATTLEBORO | $1,413 | $989-30% | $489 – $7,835 | 0.1/10 | |
| CENTRAL VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private | BARRE | $1,531 | $1,531 | $543 – $1,518 | 0.1/10 | |
| UNIV. OF VERMONT - FLETCHER ALLEN HEALTH CARE Voluntary non-profit - Other | BURLINGTON | $2,410 | $2,410 | $393 – $2,592 | 0.1/10 | |
| NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Other | SAINT ALBANS | $26,995 | $12,688-53% | $5,529 – $23,485 | 0.1/10 |
SAINT JOHNSBURY, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,211
Cash Price
$908-25%
BRATTLEBORO, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,413
Cash Price
$989-30%
Negotiated Range
$489 – $7,835
BARRE, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Private
List Price
$1,531
Cash Price
$1,531
Negotiated Range
$543 – $1,518
BURLINGTON, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
$2,410
Cash Price
$2,410
Negotiated Range
$393 – $2,592
SAINT ALBANS, VT · Voluntary non-profit - Other
List Price
$26,995
Cash Price
$12,688-53%
Negotiated Range
$5,529 – $23,485
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What Affects Appendectomy Cost in Vermont
If you're researching appendectomy costs in Vermont, you'll find significant price differences between providers — even those just miles apart.
Surgical costs for appendectomy in Vermont 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 5 hospitals in Vermont, appendectomy prices range from $1,211 to $26,995 — a 22.3x 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 Vermont
The setting where appendectomy is performed in Vermont 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 Vermont
If you're paying out of pocket for appendectomy in Vermont, 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 Vermont, the average cash price for appendectomy is $3,705, which is 45% lower than the average list price of $6,712. 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.
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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.