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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) vs Office Visit (Established Patient)

Medicare Cost Comparison 2025

Quick Answer

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy): $12,000 total · Medicare pays $9,600 · Patient pays $2,400

Office Visit (Established Patient): $150 total · Medicare pays $120 · Patient pays $30

Cost Comparison

MetricGallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)Office Visit (Established Patient)
Total Average Cost$12,000$150
Medicare Pays$9,600$120
Patient Pays$2,400$30
Categoryhospitalphysician

FAQ

What is the cost difference between Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) and Office Visit (Established Patient)?
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) costs $12,000 on average, while Office Visit (Established Patient) costs $150 — a difference of $11,850.
How much does Medicare pay for Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) vs Office Visit (Established Patient)?
Medicare typically pays $9,600 for Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (patient owes $2,400). For Office Visit (Established Patient), Medicare pays $120 (patient owes $30).
What is Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)?
Surgical removal of the gallbladder, usually laparoscopic.
What is Office Visit (Established Patient)?
Follow-up evaluation and management visit with existing provider.