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The tonsils are lymph glands (also known as lymph nodes) located in the back of the throat; the removal of these glands is called a tonsillectomy. This care bundle includes a visit with a specialist before and after a surgery.
The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.
$ 4,774
4,663
Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.
Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.
This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
A visit with a specialist for a detailed evaluation and treatment of your symptoms
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$ 158
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The removal of the tonsils, which are located in the back of the throat
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$ 4,539
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NA
A doctor checkup after your procedure
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$ 77
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NA
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$ 4,774
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
The surgery is done while the child is under general anesthesia. Your child will be asleep and pain-free.
After surgery, your child will stay in the recovery room until they are awake and can breathe easily, cough, and swallow. Most children go home several hours after this surgery.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
This is an office visit with a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the ear, nose, and throat.
This condition includes pain, soreness, or scratchiness in the throat; it is also known as pharyngitis.
This is the removal of the adenoids and tonsils, which are glands located above your mouth and on the sides of your throat. This care bundle includes a visit with a specialist before and after a surgery.
