Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Cost in the United States (2026): Medicare Outpatient Prices
CPT code 47562, 2026 national averages including facility and doctor fees. Hospital outpatient department: $6,807; ambulatory surgical center: $3,661.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy removes the gallbladder through small keyhole incisions, most often to treat painful gallstones.
Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) cost by setting
Medicare pays different amounts depending on where the procedure is done. For gallbladder removal (laparoscopic), the ambulatory surgical center total is 46% lower than the hospital outpatient total.
| Setting | Total | Facility fee | Doctor fee | Medicare pays | Patient pays |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital outpatient department | $6,807 | $6,176 | $631 | $5,446 | $1,361 |
| Ambulatory surgical center | $3,661 | $3,030 | $631 | $2,929 | $732 |
National averages based on Medicare's 2026 payments and copayments for CPT 47562. Costs vary by location. Patient amounts assume Original Medicare without supplemental insurance.
Who these prices apply to
These are outpatient prices: what Medicare pays when the patient goes home the same day or is not formally admitted. Inpatient stays are paid differently and are not included. Prices for people with private insurance, or for self-pay patients, are set by each hospital and insurer and are usually higher. US hospitals must publish their own prices under the federal hospital price transparency rule.
Other outpatient procedures compared with gallbladder removal (laparoscopic)
Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) is one of the 5 outpatient procedures we track in the US.
Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) cost in other countries
Reference prices converted to US dollars. Each country publishes a different kind of price (government package rate, insurer payment, national hospital price or actual bills), so treat the comparison as a guide.
| Country | Price type | Reference (local) | Reference in USD | vs US | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Medicare hospital outpatient average | $6,807 | $6,807 | ||
| India | CGHS Tier I NABH package | ₹36,300 | $382 | -94% | Compare |
| United Kingdom | NHS national unit price (fewest other health problems) | £2,785 | $3,723 | -45% | Compare |
| Australia | National efficient price, public hospital (minor complexity) | A$12,660 | $8,890 | +31% | Compare |
| Singapore | Typical total bill: public hospital, unsubsidised (Ward A) | SGD 8,647 | $6,764 | -1% | Compare |
About gallbladder removal (laparoscopic)
It is one of the most common planned operations. Many patients go home the same day or after one night in hospital.
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Frequently asked questions
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Sources
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare.gov. Procedure Price Lookup for Outpatient Services (national averages, 2026 payments). www.medicare.gov/procedure-price-lookup/. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
- European Central Bank. Euro foreign exchange reference rates (2026-10-23). www.ecb.europa.eu/stats/eurofxref/eurofxref-daily.xml. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
Important: These are published reference prices and estimates, not a quote, and not medical advice. Actual costs depend on the hospital, your health, the exact treatment and your insurance. Always confirm the price with the provider before treatment. Read our disclaimer · Report an error
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