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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Cost in Virginia (2026)

Above-average costs · 3.2% over the US mean · VA

Virginia Average
$12,384
▲ +3.2% above national
Typical Range
$5,160 – $20,640
National avg: $12,000
Editorial view of Virginia
Regional Pricing Confidence
92% Confidence Index
The Virginia Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Virginia's cost-of-living index sits at 103.2 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +3.2% above the national average ($12,000), Virginia sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) in Virginia: What to Know

Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Virginia offers diverse options. For instance, VHC Health in Arlington utilizes advanced technologies like ICG fluorescence imaging to enhance outcomes. Winchester Medical Center and Bon Secours facilities across Virginia provide robotic single-site or robotic-assisted laparoscopic cholecystectomies, minimizing incisions and recovery time. Inova in Fairfax offers both traditional open and laparoscopic approaches, while LewisGale Physicians in Dublin also provides minimally invasive choices.

Virginia's Certificate of Public Need (COPN) law contributes to fewer Medicare-certified Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) compared to neighboring states. For eligible patients, considering an ASC for laparoscopic cholecystectomy can significantly reduce costs. If an ASC isn't readily available in Virginia, exploring options in nearby North Carolina or Maryland might provide more affordable alternatives. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Virginia

Expect to pay moderately more for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Virginia. These are the cost components driving the total.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$2,601 - $4,830

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$2,601 - $4,830

Implants & Supplies

$1,300 - $2,415

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$1,300 - $2,415

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$867 - $1,610

Total Estimated Cost

Virginia all-in range

$5,160 – $20,640

Financing Options

Many Virginia clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $12,384 looks like:

$516/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 Virginia's regional price parity (103.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Virginia

These Virginia facilities handle the most gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) cases. The negotiated rate reflects what's actually paid after insurer discounts.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Cjw Medical Center Richmond $12,394 $9,516 35
Winchester Medical Center Winchester $13,065 $11,013 27
Chesapeake General Hospital Chesapeake $11,464 $10,197 24
Henrico Doctors' Hospital Richmond $13,409 $9,092 23
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Roanoke $14,605 $10,701 22
Centra Health, Inc Lynchburg $12,103 $10,102 21
Lewisgale Medical Center Salem $14,201 $10,553 21
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $16,938 $11,261 21
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Roanoke $18,361 $16,043 20
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Virginia Beach $13,246 $9,092 20
Regional Comparison

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) Cost in Nearby States

Neighboring states offer a range of gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) pricing. Virginia falls in the middle of the pack.

West Virginia
$10,776
-13.0% vs VA
Kentucky
$11,076
-10.6% vs VA
Tennessee
$11,304
-8.7% vs VA
North Carolina
$11,856
-4.3% vs VA
Maryland
$12,816
+3.5% vs VA
District of Columbia
$13,260
+7.1% vs VA
Common Questions

Expert Answers for Virginia Patients

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

Compare Virginia with any other state

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

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What should I expect to pay for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Virginia?
In Virginia, gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) runs about $12,384 on average. Most patients pay between $5,160 and $20,640, with the final price shaped by your choice of surgeon, facility type, and procedure complexity.
Will my health insurance pay for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)?
Yes — gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is generally covered by insurance in Virginia when your doctor documents medical necessity. Expect to pay your deductible and copay, but the bulk of the $12,384 cost should be covered by your plan.
What's the recovery time for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)?
Full recovery from gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) runs 7 to 21 days on average. Desk workers can often return sooner, while physically demanding jobs require the full recovery window. In Virginia, medications and follow-up appointments typically run $372 to $991 beyond the base procedure cost.
How can I finance gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) in Virginia?
You have several options to cover the $12,384 average in Virginia. Third-party financing (CareCredit, Alphaeon) offers 0% intro APR periods up to 24 months. Many surgeons also accept direct payment plans or offer discounts of 10-20% for paying in full upfront.
How do I compare gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) facilities in Virginia?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Virginia, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Is it worth traveling to another state for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)?
West Virginia runs $1,608 cheaper for gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) than Virginia. For patients near the state line, that 13% difference can justify the trip. Ask your Virginia surgeon if they coordinate with out-of-state providers for post-op monitoring.
Is gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) covered under Virginia's Medicaid program?
Virginia Medicaid may cover gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) when it's medically necessary and your doctor provides supporting documentation. Coverage details vary by managed care plan, so check directly with your Medicaid provider for pre-authorization steps.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) costs in Virginia

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 Virginia'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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