Cholecystectomy Cost in Little Rock, AR (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a cholecystectomy cost in Little Rock, AR?
The same cholecystectomy in Little Rock, AR might cost you $4,706 at one facility and $5,799 at another - the building you walk into drives the difference. The median cash price across 14 reporting hospitals is $5,514. These figures come straight from hospital price transparency files published under federal law.
Three low-priced facilities in Little Rock, AR, from hospital price files
- Little Rock Hospital 1, LLC $2,271
- Baptist Health Medical Center - Conway $5,042
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences · Little Rock, AR $5,709
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Where cholecystectomy costs vary in Little Rock, AR
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Cheapest Cholecystectomy Providers in Little Rock, AR
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, AR | $544 | -$000 |
| 2 | Little Rock Hospital 1, LLC | AR | $2,271 | -$3,243 |
| 3 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, AR | $542 | -$000 |
| 4 | Baptist Health Medical Center - Conway | AR | $5,042 | -$472 |
| 5 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, AR | $540 | -$000 |
| 6 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, AR | $539 | -$000 |
| 7 | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Little Rock, AR | $5,709 | +$195 |
| 8 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, AR | $537 | -$000 |
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Quick take
- Unity Health - Jacksonville is the lowest-cost option at $1,650 - $3,864 below the state median, just by choosing where you go.
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met - the median cash price here is $5,527, and it's often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied.
- This dataset covers hospitals only - freestanding ASCs, which routinely run 30-60% cheaper for the same procedure, aren't included, so it's worth asking your doctor whether one is an option.
Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield dominates commercial insurance contracting statewide, creating relatively uniform negotiated rates across most major health systems. UAMS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences) and Baptist Health anchor the major institutional tiers; rural Arkansas has extensive critical access hospital coverage where cash prices may be higher than urban facilities despite lower local costs. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) is one of the most common ambulatory surgeries in the US, and facility type is the single biggest cost lever - ambulatory surgery centers charge 40–60% less than hospital outpatient departments for identical outcomes. Most commercial payers require prior authorization, and the surgeon and anesthesiologist bill separately from the facility, so confirming all three providers are in-network prevents unexpected out-of-network charges.
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Why prices vary - and what it means for your coverage
A small number of hospitals (1) report prices above $11,537, including Saline Memorial Hospital at $26,293, which drives most of the overall spread - excluding them, most facilities cluster in a much tighter band. Setting matters too: the median outpatient price is $5,514 versus $11,092 inpatient (about 2× more), so where a procedure happens often matters more than which hospital you pick.
What you pay out of pocket on top of this depends on your deductible, your plan's out-of-pocket maximum, and whether every provider involved is in-network - not just the facility.
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met | ~$5,514 |
| Deductible met - 20% coinsurance | ~$1,103 |
| Out-of-network provider | $12,131+ |
Frequently asked questions: cholecystectomy costs in Little Rock, AR
How much does a cholecystectomy cost in Little Rock, AR?
The typical insurer-negotiated rate is $824, with most facilities between $484 and $898 (based on 11 hospitals reporting negotiated rates). Full market pricing - including cash rates, gross charges, and outlier facilities - ranges more widely, from $1,540 to $26,293 across all 14 Little Rock, AR hospitals that publish prices. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get a cholecystectomy in Little Rock, AR?
Based on declared prices, the lowest-cost facility in our Little Rock, AR data is CHI St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock at about $1,540. By metro, Little Rock has the lowest median ($5,618). Freestanding ambulatory surgery centers are often cheaper still and may not appear in hospital price data - ask your doctor whether one is an option.
Why is a cholecystectomy so much cheaper at some Little Rock, AR hospitals?
Prices vary up to 17.1× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Little Rock, AR, the median cash (self-pay) price is $5,527 versus a median negotiated rate of $824 - about 6.7× higher. Asking for the cash price as well as your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for a cholecystectomy in Little Rock, AR?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network - not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
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What matters before you schedule
ASC vs. hospital
Hospital outpatient departments typically charge 2-4x more than ambulatory surgery centers for the same cholecystectomy - same outcome, very different bill. Call ahead and ask for a self-pay or cash quote at each setting you're considering.
What's on your bill
A cholecystectomy involves multiple providers who bill separately - typically Facility Fee, Surgeon Professional Fee, Anesthesia. Check each line item against your Explanation of Benefits to catch billing errors.
Cost by type
Which type your doctor orders for this cholecystectomy changes the billing code, and what you pay. For example: A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe.
What to ask before you book
Get the CPT code from your doctor, confirm every provider involved (not just the facility) is in-network, ask for the cash-pay rate if you're uninsured or haven't met your deductible, and request a written estimate for cholecystectomy before you schedule.
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About the Author
John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
Healthcare actuary with 20+ years of experience in insurance pricing, medical billing systems, and healthcare cost analytics.
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