How much does Tonsillectomy cost?
13 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Here's what we found.
How much this varies
13 hospitals across 2 states publish prices for this procedure. Because costs, quality, and insurance networks vary by market, pick your state below to see what hospitals in your area charge.
ENT surgery prices vary because many of these procedures — tonsillectomy, septoplasty, sinus surgery — are performed outpatient and are increasingly moving to ambulatory surgery centers where facility fees are lower than hospitals. The anesthesia component is a significant portion of the total cost, especially for procedures that require general anesthesia in children. For septoplasty and sinus surgery, the extent of the procedure (how many sinuses, whether turbinate reduction is included) affects the total, and these additions are often decided during surgery itself. Before you schedule, ask for an all-in estimate that includes the surgeon, anesthesia, and facility fees, ask whether an ASC is an option, and for sinus surgery specifically, ask your surgeon to outline the expected scope so the estimate reflects what will actually be done.
Pricing by state
Prices vary by state. Select your state to see hospitals near you.
Where do you need this done?
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Common questions
How much does tonsillectomy cost?
Prices vary significantly by state. Pick your state below to see the range in your market. Across the 2 states we cover, 13 hospitals publish prices for this procedure. Prices also vary by insurance plan and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Which hospital is cheapest for tonsillectomy?
The cheapest hospital depends on where you live. Prices vary significantly between markets, and most patients can't realistically travel across states for a procedure. Select your state and city above to see the lowest-priced hospitals near you.
Why do hospitals charge different prices for the same tonsillectomy?
Hospital prices vary based on ownership type, location, negotiated insurance rates, and facility overhead. The CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule requires every hospital to publish all prices, making these differences visible for the first time.
Data compiled by HospitalCost from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026.