Cholecystectomy Cost in Bismarck, ND (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay

What does a cholecystectomy cost in Bismarck, ND?

The same cholecystectomy in Bismarck, ND might cost you $2,834 at one facility and $4,548 at another - the building you walk into drives the difference. The median cash price across 2 reporting hospitals is $3,691. These figures come straight from hospital price transparency files published under federal law.

Where cholecystectomy costs vary in Bismarck, ND

Pins show hospitals with price-transparency data (colored by vs. state average) and nearby ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, and other facilities (colored by type). Click any pin for facility name and estimated cost range.

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Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius divide most of North Dakota's hospital market, with Bismarck and Fargo each effectively dominated by one system. The state's oil-economy wage growth has increased hospital labor costs, pushing prices above what the rural market structure would otherwise suggest. Critical access hospitals cover most of the rural tier. 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

Facility classification matters as much as the hospital itself - a hospital-owned outpatient center adds a facility fee that a freestanding clinic does not.

None of the prices above are what you'll necessarily owe: your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and each provider's network status all still apply.

Frequently asked questions: cholecystectomy costs in Bismarck, ND

How much does a cholecystectomy cost in Bismarck, ND?

Across 2 Bismarck, ND hospitals that publish prices, a cholecystectomy ranges from $1,548 to $5,834, with a median of $3,691. Most facilities fall between $2,620 and $4,548. 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 Bismarck, ND?

Based on declared prices, the lowest-cost facility in our Bismarck, ND data is Sanford Medical Center Bismarck in Bismarck at about $1,548. By metro, Bismarck has the lowest median ($3,691). Freestanding ambulatory surgery and imaging 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 Bismarck, ND hospitals?

Prices vary up to 3.8× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In Bismarck, ND, the median cash (self-pay) price is $3,691 versus a median negotiated rate of $3,248 - about 1.1× higher. Asking for the cash price or 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 Bismarck, ND?

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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