Procedure Costs
36 guides on procedure costs.
Dental Implant Cost: Prices & Insurance (2026)
A single dental implant costs $3,000–$6,000 in 2026. Most insurance skips the implant post. See FSA rules, financing options, and All-on-4 pricing.
Root Canal Cost: What to Expect in 2026
Front-tooth root canals average $700–$900; molars run $1,200–$1,800. See CDT codes, insurance limits, and how to dispute upcoded dental bills.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost: What to Pay in 2026
Simple wisdom tooth extraction costs $75–$300; impacted removal runs $350–$950 per tooth. See CDT codes, insurance rules, and how to spot upcoded bills.
Invisalign & Braces Cost: 2026 Insurance Guide
Invisalign costs $3,000–$8,000 in 2026; braces run $2,500–$7,500. See insurance lifetime maximums, FSA rules, and how to negotiate orthodontic fees.
LASIK Eye Surgery Cost: 2026 Pricing Guide
LASIK averages $2,200 per eye ($4,400 total) in 2026. See what's included vs. excluded, FSA eligibility, and how to evaluate $999/eye ads before you buy.
Mammogram Cost: 2026 Pricing With & Without Insurance
Screening mammograms are free under ACA rules, but diagnostic mammograms cost $100–$1,000. BillKarma flags the coding error that triggers unexpected charges.
Vasectomy Cost: Insurance Coverage & Pricing (2026)
Vasectomy costs $300–$1,000 out of pocket and as little as $0 with insurance. See 2026 CPT code 55250 rates, HSA rules, and how to verify coverage in advance.
Shoulder Surgery Cost: Prices by Procedure (2026)
Shoulder surgery costs $5,000–$50,000 depending on procedure. See 2026 Medicare rates for rotator cuff repair, SLAP repair, and replacement, plus how to cut your bill.
DEXA Scan Cost: Bone Density Test Pricing in 2026
DEXA scans average $125 at Medicare rates but hospitals charge up to $600. See who gets it free in 2026, CPT codes 77080–77085, and how to dispute overbilling.
Carpal Tunnel Surgery Cost: 2026 Prices & Insurance
Carpal tunnel surgery costs $2,000–$8,000. See 2026 Medicare rates for CPT 64721 and 29848, ASC vs. hospital savings, and how to dispute inflated bills.
PET Scan Cost: 2026 Pricing & Insurance Coverage
PET scans average $3,000–$6,000 at hospitals but $1,500–$2,500 at freestanding centers. See 2026 Medicare rates, prior auth rules, and how to appeal a denial.
How Much Does a C-Section Cost in 2026? Full Breakdown
Average C-section costs $23,000-$28,000 before insurance. See what you'll actually pay with or without coverage, plus 5 ways to lower your bill.
Appendectomy Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
An appendectomy costs $12,000-$35,000 without insurance. Laparoscopic is 20% cheaper than open. See the full cost breakdown and 5 ways to lower your bill.
Knee Replacement Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
Total knee replacement averages $30,000-$50,000. With insurance you'll pay $3,000-$8,000. See the full cost breakdown, Medicare rates, and how to save.
Hip Replacement Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
Total hip replacement averages $32,000-$52,000. With insurance you'll pay $3,000-$8,000. See the full cost breakdown, Medicare rates, and 5 ways to save.
Spinal Fusion Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
Spinal fusion costs $50,000-$150,000 without insurance. With insurance, expect $5,000-$12,000. See costs by type, Medicare rates, and 5 ways to lower your bill.
How Much Does a Blood Test Cost? (2026 Price Guide)
Blood tests cost $10-$3,000 depending on the test. A basic panel is $100-$300 without insurance. See costs for 15 common tests and where to get them cheapest.
Epidural Cost During Labor: What to Expect (2026)
An epidural during labor costs $2,000-$5,000. Most insurance covers it. See what the anesthesiologist charges, how billing works, and what to watch for.
Tonsillectomy Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
A tonsillectomy costs $5,000-$12,000 at a hospital. At a surgery center it's $2,500-$5,000. See the full breakdown for kids and adults plus how to save.
Cataract Surgery Cost in 2026: What You'll Actually Pay
Cataract surgery costs $3,500-$7,000 per eye. Medicare covers 80%. See the full breakdown by lens type, hospital vs ASC savings, and how to reduce your bill.
ACL Surgery Cost in 2026: Full Price Breakdown
ACL reconstruction costs $20,000-$40,000 without insurance. With insurance, expect $2,000-$6,000. See costs by graft type, setting, and how to save.
Gallbladder Surgery Cost in 2026: Full Breakdown
Gallbladder removal costs $10,000-$25,000 at a hospital. Laparoscopic saves 30% vs open. See costs with and without insurance plus 5 ways to lower your bill.
How Much Does an X-Ray Cost in 2026? (By Body Part)
X-rays cost $100-$1,000 without insurance depending on body part and location. See costs for chest, hand, foot, spine, and knee X-rays plus how to save.
Average Cost of Childbirth in 2026: State-by-State Breakdown
The average cost of childbirth in the U.S. is $18,865 for vaginal delivery and $26,280 for C-section in 2026. See costs by state, what insurance covers, and.
Air Ambulance Bills: $50,000+ Costs and How to Fight Back
Air ambulance bills average $36,400 and can exceed $100,000. Learn how the No Surprises Act protects you, plus 5 strategies to reduce or eliminate air.
IVF and Fertility Treatment Costs: Insurance
A single IVF cycle costs $15,000-$30,000. Learn which states mandate coverage, how to appeal denials, medication savings, and financing options that cut.
Genetic Testing Bills: Insurance Coverage
Genetic tests cost $250-$10,000 and surprise bills are common. Learn about BRCA, prenatal, and pharmacogenomic testing costs, insurance pre-auth rules, and.
Dialysis Billing: Costs
Dialysis costs $90,000+/year. Learn how Medicare ESRD coverage works, the 3-month waiting period, common billing errors, and how to dispute them.
Dermatology Billing: Mohs Surgery
Dermatology bills are full of upcoded biopsies and unbundled Mohs surgery fees. Learn 7 common errors, CPT codes, and how to dispute overcharges.
Hearing Aid Costs and Insurance: Coverage
Hearing aids cost $1,000-$6,000 per ear. OTC options start at $200. Learn insurance coverage rules, Medicare limits, state mandates, and how to save.
Allergy Testing Costs: What Insurance Covers
A blood allergy panel can cost $4,200 when a $380 skin prick test is appropriate. Learn allergy test CPT codes, insurance rules, and how to dispute.
Bariatric Surgery Costs: Insurance Requirements
Bariatric surgery costs $15,000-$35,000. Learn insurance BMI requirements, the 6-month diet rule, how to appeal denials, and Centers of Excellence discounts.
Chiropractic Billing: Insurance Limits
Chiropractic visits cost $30-$200 each but insurers cap visits at 20-30 per year. Learn CPT codes 98940-98943, Medicare's limited coverage, maintenance care.
Newborn Hospital Bills: What to Expect and How to Audit
The average hospital birth costs $13,811. Parents get 2 separate bills—one for mom, one for baby—and miss errors in both. Here's how to catch them.
Cancer Treatment Billing: How to Manage Bills During
Cancer patients face an average $150,000 in treatment costs. Learn how chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy are billed, what assistance is available.
Orthopedic Surgery Billing: What Knee
Knee replacements average $35,000. BillKarma finds the same procedure varies by $40,000 between hospitals in the same city. Learn how to pay less.