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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Cost in Mississippi (2026)

Well below the national average · RPP 88.5 · MS

Mississippi Average
$10,620
▼ -11.5% below national
Typical Range
$4,425 – $17,700
National avg: $12,000
Editorial view of Mississippi
Regional Pricing Confidence
84% Confidence Index
The Mississippi Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) costs what it does in Mississippi.

Regional Price Parity

Mississippi's cost-of-living index sits at 88.5 — meaningfully below the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

11 facilities perform this procedure in Mississippi — competition keeps pricing honest and gives you real leverage to shop quotes.

Vs. National Benchmark

At -11.5% below the national average ($12,000), Mississippi is a discount market. Often driven by lower overhead or less metro concentration — quality can still be excellent.

State Context

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) in Mississippi: What to Know

For gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Mississippi, you'll find advanced options. In Jackson, Lakeland Surgical Clinic and Surgical Clinic Associates offer robotic and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, emphasizing quicker recovery. Hattiesburg Clinic also provides the latest advancements, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery, aiming for reduced complications. Merit Health Natchez further extends these advanced surgical care options, including single-incision robotic surgery.

To potentially lower costs, consider Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) like Madison Ambulatory Surgery Center and St. Dominic Ambulatory Surgery Center in Jackson, which often offer cholecystectomies at a more affordable price than some hospitals. Modivcare also offers non-emergency medical transportation across Mississippi for your appointments. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Mississippi

Patients in Mississippi pay well below average for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy). Here's where that money goes.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$2,230 - $4,142

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$2,230 - $4,142

Implants & Supplies

$1,115 - $2,071

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$1,115 - $2,071

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$743 - $1,381

Total Estimated Cost

Mississippi all-in range

$4,425 – $17,700

Financing Options

Many Mississippi clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $10,620 looks like:

$442/mo
Est. 24 months · 0% APR promo
  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

Based on CMS Medicare data and regional price parities. Learn about our methodology →

Ranges adjusted for Mississippi's regional price parity (88.5). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Mississippi

Here are the highest-volume gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) providers in Mississippi. All rates come from CMS Medicare claims data — actual payments, not list prices.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital Jackson $11,487 $9,092 20
North Mississippi Medical Center Tupelo $12,575 $9,222 19
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson $14,933 $13,490 17
Anderson Regional Medical Center Meridian $10,621 $9,209 17
North Mississippi Medical Center Tupelo $16,839 $14,842 16
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson $10,363 $8,816 16
Forrest General Hospital Hattiesburg $12,955 $8,913 14
Merit Health Wesley Hattiesburg $15,140 $10,110 14
Singing River Health System Pascagoula $11,249 $8,518 13
Memorial Hospital At Gulfport Gulfport $11,498 $10,048 11
Regional Comparison

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Cost in Nearby States

Compared to surrounding states, Mississippi is the most affordable option for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy).

Alabama
$10,860
+2.3% vs MS
Arkansas
$10,944
+3.1% vs MS
Louisiana
$11,184
+5.3% vs MS
Tennessee
$11,304
+6.4% vs MS
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Mississippi Patients

Local regulations, insurance nuance, and surgical standards specific to Mississippi.

Compare Mississippi with any other state

See national pricing, all 50 state comparisons, and detailed cost factors in the main gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) cost guide.

View full gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) guide
What is the average price of gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) runs about $10,620 on average. Most patients pay between $4,425 and $17,700, with the final price shaped by your choice of surgeon, facility type, and procedure complexity.
How can Mississippi offer lower gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) prices?
The 11.5% discount on gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Mississippi comes down to economics. The state's price parity (88.5) means everything from medical office leases to nursing salaries costs less, and those savings flow through to procedure pricing.
Does insurance cover gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)?
Yes — gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is generally covered by insurance in Mississippi when your doctor documents medical necessity. Expect to pay your deductible and copay, but the bulk of the $10,620 cost should be covered by your plan.
When can I return to work after gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)?
Recovery after gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) typically takes 7 to 21 days. Most patients can handle light activities after 7 days, with full recovery by 21 days. Plan for time off work and factor in the cost of follow-up visits, medications, and any post-operative care when budgeting beyond the procedure cost itself.
How can I finance gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Mississippi?
Most Mississippi surgeons work with financing companies that offer monthly payment plans. CareCredit and Prosper are the most common. You might also ask about cash-pay pricing — some providers knock 10-20% off the $10,620 sticker price when you pay upfront.
How do I compare gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) facilities in Mississippi?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Mississippi, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Should I worry about quality at Mississippi's lower gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) prices?
Price and quality aren't correlated here. Mississippi's lower costs stem from reduced overhead — not from cutting corners. Board certification standards, facility accreditation requirements, and surgical training are all federally regulated and identical across states.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) costs in Mississippi

Cost estimates combine procedure-specific pricing data with regional cost-of-living and provider-supply adjustments. Primary sources:

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    Hospital pricing transparency files — CMS-required machine-readable data published by hospitals under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency rule (effective January 2021). Provides actual negotiated rates between hospitals and insurers.
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    HCUP (Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project) — AHRQ's HCUP databases provide nationally-representative procedure cost data by state, payer, and patient demographics.
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    Bureau of Labor Statistics — Healthcare Practitioner Occupational Wages — BLS OEWS data on surgeon, anesthesiologist, and surgical staff wages by state, used to model regional labor-cost differences in procedure pricing.
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    BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP) — U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis state-level price-level indices, used to adjust national procedure averages for Mississippi's cost-of-living relative to the national mean.
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    FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup — the FAIR Health database aggregates billed and allowed amounts from over 36 billion claim records, providing a check on procedure-cost ranges by ZIP code.
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    Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data — CMS public-use files on Medicare-allowed amounts and submitted charges by HCPCS/CPT code and state, used as a baseline for procedure-cost ranges.

Estimates are illustrative and reflect typical pricing ranges; actual costs depend on insurance coverage, surgical complexity, anesthesia type, hospital vs. ambulatory setting, and individual patient factors. Always confirm pricing directly with providers and your insurance carrier. See our methodology page for full calculation details.

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