Bunion surgery cost in 2026
Bunion surgery costs $3,500 to $12,000 per foot in 2026, and most people pay about $6,000.
What moves the price
- The type of surgery changes the price, and fusion costs more than a simple bump removal.
- A surgery center usually costs less than a hospital outpatient department.
- How bad the bunion is changes the price.
- Other work in the same visit, such as fixing a hammertoe, adds cost.
- Where you live and which surgeon you pick change the price.
What is included
The price may include the surgeon fee, the facility fee and anesthesia. X-rays, labs, hardware, crutches or a boot, physical therapy and follow up visits may cost extra. Ask for a bundled self-pay price. Prices are for information only. Confirm costs and care with a licensed provider.
Bunion surgery cost by type (self-pay estimates)
| Surgery type | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Bump removal (exostectomy) | $3,500 to $5,500 |
| Osteotomy (cut and shift bone) | $5,000 to $9,000 |
| Minimally invasive | $5,000 to $10,000 |
| Lapidus (fusion) | $6,000 to $12,000 |
| Lapiplasty 3D | $7,000 to $12,000 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: GoodRx.
Average cost by setting
| Setting | Average cost |
|---|---|
| Ambulatory surgery center | $5,616 |
| Hospital outpatient department | $8,139 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: GoodRx.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for a bundled cash price at an ambulatory surgery center.
- Ask for a Good Faith Estimate before booking if paying without insurance.
- Ask about paying upfront, since some centers give a discount.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- GoodRx: Bunion Surgery Cost (updated May 10, 2024, uses a 2022 study)
- MDsave: Bunion Removal
- Free Market Healthcare: How Much Does Bunion Surgery Cost in 2026?
- Balance Foot & Ankle: Bunion Surgery Cost 2026
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Bunion surgery costs $3,500 to $12,000 per foot in 2026, and most people pay about $6,000. Most people pay about $6,000 per foot. The low end is $3,500 and the high end is $12,000.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: The type of surgery changes the price, and fusion costs more than a simple bump removal; A surgery center usually costs less than a hospital outpatient department; How bad the bunion is changes the price.
How can I pay less?
Ask for a bundled cash price at an ambulatory surgery center. Ask for a Good Faith Estimate before booking if paying without insurance. Ask about paying upfront, since some centers give a discount.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 4 named price guides: GoodRx, MDsave, Free Market Healthcare, Balance Foot & Ankle. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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