Updated May 2026
Cataract Surgery in Minneapolis typically costs between $140 and $8,796, with a median of $1,800 across 9 hospitals. ProcedureRadar sources this data from federally mandated Machine-Readable Files (45 CFR Part 180). Prices vary by facility type, included services, and case complexity.
The price range across 9 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.
Cheapest in Minneapolis
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These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
The same outpatient procedure can cost several times more at one hospital than another in the same metro, based on cash-discount prices across our dataset. In some cases the spread is 8x or wider, and at the top of the distribution the gap can be far more extreme. We track this across more than 1,100 procedure-and-metro combinations so you can see where the spread is widest before you book.
Sorted by cheapest first. Select any hospital to see full pricing and contact info.
| Compare | Hospital | Median Price | Range | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Red Wing | $140 | $51 to $176 | Low | View File | |
| GILLETTE CHILDRENS SPECIALTY HOSPITAL | $391 | $391 to $391 | Low | View File | |
| St Josephs Area Health Services | $833 | $605 to $1,062 | High | View File | |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS & CLINICS OF MN | $1,115 | $1,115 to $1,115 | Low | View File | |
| Regions Hospital | $1,800 | $1,675 to $2,320 | Low | View File | |
| St Gabriels Hospital | $2,603 | $605 to $3,454 | High | View File | |
| Lifecare Medical Center | $3,439 | $1,829 to $5,482 | High | View File | |
| Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital | $4,210 | $3,633 to $4,866 | Low | View File | |
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato | $8,796 | $2,494 to $10,791 | Low | View File |
Before You Schedule
These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.
Call HospitalCash pay prices for cataract surgery in the Minneapolis metro area range from $140 to $8,796 based on data from 9 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $1,800. Prices vary based on the type of facility, whether additional services are included, and the complexity of your specific case.
If you're paying out of pocket, call the hospital's billing department and ask for their self-pay or cash discount rate. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate, which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.
Pricing data sourced from federally mandated hospital Machine-Readable Files.
Disclosure required by 45 CFR Part 180.
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