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Tonsil removal, age 12 or over. What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Tonsil removal, age 12 or over.
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How much does tonsillectomy cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for tonsillectomy is $1,712 at surgery center; $3,619 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is tonsillectomy cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($1,712) rather than hospital outpatient ($3,619), about $1,907 less for the same service at Medicare's national rates.
Is this what I will pay?
These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.