Hernia surgery cost in 2026
Hernia surgery costs $4,000 to $11,000 per procedure in 2026, and most people pay about $6,788.
What moves the price
- The type of hernia matters, since hiatal and incisional repairs cost more than inguinal or umbilical ones.
- Open, laparoscopic and robotic methods are priced differently.
- A surgery center is often cheaper than a hospital outpatient department.
- Where you live changes the price a lot.
- Mesh, anesthesia and a large or repeat hernia can raise the bill.
What is included
The range is per procedure, without insurance. The price usually covers the surgeon, the facility and anesthesia. Pre surgery tests, follow up visits and any extra repair for a complex hernia can cost more. Some surgery centers sell a bundled cash price. Prices are for information only. Confirm costs and care with a licensed provider.
Hernia repair price by type without insurance
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Inguinal (groin) | $4,000 to $10,000 |
| Umbilical (belly button) | $3,500 to $8,000 |
| Incisional | $5,000 to $12,000 |
| Hiatal | $8,000 to $15,000 or more |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: Free Market Healthcare Blog.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for a bundled cash price from a surgery center.
- Compare a surgery center and a hospital, since Medicare shows the center price is about half.
- Ask each facility for the self pay price before you book.
What price guides say
We checked 3 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.
- Free Market Healthcare Blog: How Much Does Hernia Surgery Cost? With and Without Insurance (updated September 24, 2026)
- MyCareCost: Hernia repair cost (CPT 49505, last updated May 2026)
- GoodRx: Hernia repair surgery cost (published December 13, 2023)
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Hernia surgery costs $4,000 to $11,000 per procedure in 2026, and most people pay about $6,788. Most people pay about $6,788 per procedure. The low end is $4,000 and the high end is $11,000.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: The type of hernia matters, since hiatal and incisional repairs cost more than inguinal or umbilical ones; Open, laparoscopic and robotic methods are priced differently; A surgery center is often cheaper than a hospital outpatient department.
How can I pay less?
Ask for a bundled cash price from a surgery center. Compare a surgery center and a hospital, since Medicare shows the center price is about half. Ask each facility for the self pay price before you book.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 3 named price guides: Free Market Healthcare Blog, MyCareCost, GoodRx. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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