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Gallbladder removal in California: what it costs

What Medicare pays for gallbladder removal in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$4,580
$4,301–$4,859 across California
Hospital outpatient
$9,000
$8,391–$9,609 across California

Laparoscopic removal of the gallbladder.

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Questions

How much does gallbladder removal cost in California?

Medicare's 2026 price for gallbladder removal in California is $4,301–$4,859 at surgery center; $8,391–$9,609 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is gallbladder removal cheapest in California?

At surgery center, from $4,301. Hospital outpatient runs up to $9,609 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

Enter your ZIP code in the Price Shopper to see your local Medicare price in each setting, hospitals near you, and what you might owe with Medicare, employer insurance or paying yourself.