Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
CPT 47562 • General Surgery
North Carolina price range
Lowest
$30
Average
$1,512
Highest
$39,452
Based on 1,810 negotiated rates from NC hospitals.
About this procedure
A laparoscopic cholecystectomy — gallbladder removal through 3-4 small incisions. The standard surgery for gallstones causing pain.
What to expect
Outpatient or one-night hospital stay. 1-2 hours under general anesthesia. Recovery: 1-2 weeks back to desk work, 4-6 weeks for heavy lifting. ASCs (ambulatory surgery centers) are typically 30-50% cheaper than hospitals for elective gallbladder removal.
Top hospitals in NC
| Hospital | Rates | Min | Avg | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, LLC BOLIVIA, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| BRYNN MARR HOSPITAL INC JACKSONVILLE, NC | 2 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| IREDELL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INCORPORATED STATESVILLE, NC | 2 | $30 | $60 | $90 |
| INTEGRATED WOUND SPECIALISTS OF NORTH CAROLINA, PLLC PINEHURST, NC | 1 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| DOVE HOUSE CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER STATESVILLE, NC | 1 | $30 | $30 | $30 |