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Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Louisiana (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Gallbladder removal surgery (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) costs $4,290 on average without insurance in Louisiana, based on CMS data from 25 hospitals. Prices range from $1,586 to $22,085 depending on hospital and facility type — making price comparison essential before you schedule. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not estimates.

25 hospitals in Louisiana report pricing for gallbladder removal surgery. The average cash price is $4,290.

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Hospitals

in Louisiana

Average List Price

$8,230

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$4,290

48% below list price

Price Range

$1,586 – $22,085

13.9x spread

Hospital Prices in Louisiana

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
ACADIAN MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	EUNICE	$1,767	$530-70%	$550 – $8,855	0.1/10
SABINE MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MANY	$1,873	$562-70%	$455 – $12,151	0.1/10
OAKDALE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Proprietary	OAKDALE	$3,740	$748-80%	$18 – $7,933	0.1/10
HARDTNER MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	OLLA	$3,915	$783-80%	$8,734 – $8,734	0.1/10
RIVERLAND MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	FERRIDAY	$1,586	$793-50%	$330 – $1,586	0.1/10
DESOTO REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Voluntary non-profit - Private	MANSFIELD	$1,860	$1,302-30%	$1,302 – $1,860	0.1/10
LALLIE KEMP MEDICAL CENTER Government - State	INDEPENDENCE	$2,964	$1,778-40%	$553 – $1,057	0.1/10
MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	MINDEN	$5,928	$1,778-70%	$85 – $9,490	0.1/10
LASALLE GENERAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	JENA	$3,304	$1,982-40%	$536 – $5,197	0.1/10
CHRISTUS OCHSNER LAKE AREA HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LAKE CHARLES	$13,257	$2,651-80%	$553 – $12,047	0.1/10
CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LAKE CHARLES	$13,257	$2,651-80%	$553 – $12,047	0.1/10
SPRINGHILL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	SPRINGHILL	$13,604	$4,625-66%	$6,972 – $10,883	0.1/10
BATON ROUGE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	BATON ROUGE	$7,211	$5,048-30%	$550 – $12,070	0.1/10
THE GENERAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	BATON ROUGE	$7,211	$5,048-30%	$550 – $12,070	0.1/10
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SURGICAL HOSPITAL Physician	SLIDELL	N/A	$5,950	$550 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
LAFAYETTE SURGICAL SPECIALTY HOSPITAL Physician	LAFAYETTE	$8,696	$8,696	$5,112 – $10,622	0.1/10
CYPRESS POINTE SURGICAL HOSPITAL Physician	HAMMOND	$14,250	$10,364-27%	$550 – $14,250	0.1/10
ST TAMMANY PARISH HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	COVINGTON	$21,625	$12,975-40%	$5,339 – $21,625	0.1/10
IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEW IBERIA	$22,085	$13,251-40%	$546 – $22,085	0.1/10
CHRISTUS COUSHATTA HEALTH CARE CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	COUSHATTA	N/A	N/A	$536 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
SPECIALISTS HOSPITAL SHREVEPORT Proprietary	SHREVEPORT	N/A	N/A	—	0.1/10
RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	ALEXANDRIA	N/A	N/A	$550 – $17,386	0.1/10
CHRISTUS ST FRANCES CABRINI HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ALEXANDRIA	N/A	N/A	$553 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
CHRISTUS SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER HEALTH SYSTEM Voluntary non-profit - Private	SHREVEPORT	N/A	N/A	$553 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
ALEXANDRIA EMERGENCY HOSPITAL Proprietary	ALEXANDRIA	N/A	N/A	—	0.1/10

ACADIAN MEDICAL CENTER

EUNICE, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$1,767

Cash Price

$530-70%

Negotiated Range

$550 – $8,855

SABINE MEDICAL CENTER

MANY, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$1,873

Cash Price

$562-70%

Negotiated Range

$455 – $12,151

OAKDALE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

OAKDALE, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$3,740

Cash Price

$748-80%

Negotiated Range

$18 – $7,933

HARDTNER MEDICAL CENTER

OLLA, LA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$3,915

Cash Price

$783-80%

Negotiated Range

$8,734 – $8,734

RIVERLAND MEDICAL CENTER

FERRIDAY, LA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$1,586

Cash Price

$793-50%

Negotiated Range

$330 – $1,586

DESOTO REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

MANSFIELD, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$1,860

Cash Price

$1,302-30%

Negotiated Range

$1,302 – $1,860

LALLIE KEMP MEDICAL CENTER

INDEPENDENCE, LA · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

$2,964

Cash Price

$1,778-40%

Negotiated Range

$553 – $1,057

MINDEN MEDICAL CENTER

MINDEN, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$5,928

Cash Price

$1,778-70%

Negotiated Range

$85 – $9,490

LASALLE GENERAL HOSPITAL

JENA, LA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$3,304

Cash Price

$1,982-40%

Negotiated Range

$536 – $5,197

CHRISTUS OCHSNER LAKE AREA HOSPITAL

LAKE CHARLES, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$13,257

Cash Price

$2,651-80%

Negotiated Range

$553 – $12,047

CHRISTUS OCHSNER ST PATRICK HOSPITAL

LAKE CHARLES, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$13,257

Cash Price

$2,651-80%

Negotiated Range

$553 – $12,047

SPRINGHILL MEDICAL CENTER

SPRINGHILL, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$13,604

Cash Price

$4,625-66%

Negotiated Range

$6,972 – $10,883

BATON ROUGE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER

BATON ROUGE, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,211

Cash Price

$5,048-30%

Negotiated Range

$550 – $12,070

THE GENERAL

BATON ROUGE, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$7,211

Cash Price

$5,048-30%

Negotiated Range

$550 – $12,070

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SURGICAL HOSPITAL

SLIDELL, LA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$5,950

Negotiated Range

$550 – $999,999,999

LAFAYETTE SURGICAL SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

LAFAYETTE, LA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$8,696

Cash Price

$8,696

Negotiated Range

$5,112 – $10,622

CYPRESS POINTE SURGICAL HOSPITAL

HAMMOND, LA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$14,250

Cash Price

$10,364-27%

Negotiated Range

$550 – $14,250

ST TAMMANY PARISH HOSPITAL

COVINGTON, LA · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$21,625

Cash Price

$12,975-40%

Negotiated Range

$5,339 – $21,625

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER

NEW IBERIA, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$22,085

Cash Price

$13,251-40%

Negotiated Range

$546 – $22,085

CHRISTUS COUSHATTA HEALTH CARE CENTER

COUSHATTA, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$536 – $999,999,999

SPECIALISTS HOSPITAL SHREVEPORT

SHREVEPORT, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ALEXANDRIA, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$550 – $17,386

CHRISTUS ST FRANCES CABRINI HOSPITAL

ALEXANDRIA, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$553 – $999,999,999

CHRISTUS SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER HEALTH SYSTEM

SHREVEPORT, LA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$553 – $999,999,999

ALEXANDRIA EMERGENCY HOSPITAL

ALEXANDRIA, LA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost by City in Louisiana

New Orleans

Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Other States

Texas (173)California (123)Florida (95)Pennsylvania (89)Michigan (82)Iowa (76)Ohio (76)New York (75)Wisconsin (72)Minnesota (67)Indiana (59)Illinois (58)View all states

What Affects Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Louisiana

The cost of gallbladder removal surgery in Louisiana depends on facility type (hospital outpatient vs. ambulatory surgery center), anesthesia, surgeon fees, and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) typically charge 30–50% less than hospital outpatient departments for the same gallbladder removal surgery. Hospital-based departments charge facility fees that can add $2,000–$5,000+ to your total bill. ASCs specialize in high-volume outpatient procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy and offer comparable outcomes at lower cost.

Based on data from 25 hospitals in Louisiana, gallbladder removal surgery prices range from $1,586 to $22,085 — a 13.9x 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 Louisiana

Gallbladder removal surgery in Louisiana can be performed at a hospital outpatient department or an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).

Hospital-based departments charge facility fees that can add $2,000–$5,000+ to your total bill. ASCs specialize in high-volume outpatient procedures like laparoscopic cholecystectomy and offer comparable outcomes at lower cost.

If your surgeon approves outpatient surgery, compare ASC cash prices alongside hospital rates before scheduling — the setting alone can save thousands on the same procedure.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Louisiana

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access gallbladder removal surgery at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Louisiana offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Louisiana, the average cash price for gallbladder removal surgery is $4,290, which is 48% lower than the average list price of $8,230. 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Gallbladder Removal Surgery Cost in Louisiana

How much does Gallbladder Removal Surgery cost in Louisiana?▼

The average cash price for gallbladder removal surgery in Louisiana is $4,290. Prices range from $1,586 to $22,085 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Gallbladder Removal Surgery prices vary so much in Louisiana?▼

Hospital prices for gallbladder removal surgery in Louisiana 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 Gallbladder Removal Surgery by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Louisiana, the average cash price for gallbladder removal surgery is $4,290, which is 48% below the average list price of $8,230. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Gallbladder Removal Surgery in Louisiana?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Louisiana offers the lowest cash price for gallbladder removal surgery. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.

Does insurance cover Gallbladder Removal Surgery?▼

Most health insurance plans cover gallbladder removal surgery 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.