How Much Does Kidney Stone Removal (Lithotripsy) Cost?
Lithotripsy uses shock waves or laser energy to break kidney stones into smaller fragments that can pass naturally through the urinary tract. It is a common treatment for stones too large to pass on their own.
Without Insurance
$12,000
With Insurance
$2,500
Medicare
$2,000
National Average
$5,500
Cost by State
| State | Without Insurance | With Insurance | Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $8,760 | $1,825 | $1,460 |
| Arkansas | $9,000 | $1,875 | $1,500 |
| West Virginia | $9,000 | $1,875 | $1,500 |
| Alabama | $9,360 | $1,950 | $1,560 |
| Oklahoma | $9,360 | $1,950 | $1,560 |
| Kentucky | $10,200 | $2,125 | $1,700 |
| Louisiana | $10,320 | $2,150 | $1,720 |
| Iowa | $10,560 | $2,200 | $1,760 |
| New Mexico | $10,560 | $2,200 | $1,760 |
| South Carolina | $10,560 | $2,200 | $1,760 |
| South Dakota | $10,560 | $2,200 | $1,760 |
| Kansas | $10,680 | $2,225 | $1,780 |
| North Dakota | $10,680 | $2,225 | $1,780 |
| Idaho | $10,800 | $2,250 | $1,800 |
| Nebraska | $10,800 | $2,250 | $1,800 |
| Tennessee | $10,800 | $2,250 | $1,800 |
| Indiana | $11,160 | $2,325 | $1,860 |
| Missouri | $11,160 | $2,325 | $1,860 |
| Utah | $11,160 | $2,325 | $1,860 |
| Wyoming | $11,160 | $2,325 | $1,860 |
| Georgia | $11,280 | $2,350 | $1,880 |
| North Carolina | $11,280 | $2,350 | $1,880 |
| Michigan | $11,400 | $2,375 | $1,900 |
| Montana | $11,400 | $2,375 | $1,900 |
| Arizona | $11,760 | $2,450 | $1,960 |
| Ohio | $11,760 | $2,450 | $1,960 |
| Wisconsin | $11,760 | $2,450 | $1,960 |
| Maine | $11,880 | $2,475 | $1,980 |
| Texas | $11,880 | $2,475 | $1,980 |
| Florida | $12,120 | $2,525 | $2,020 |
| Minnesota | $12,120 | $2,525 | $2,020 |
| Illinois | $12,360 | $2,575 | $2,060 |
| Pennsylvania | $12,360 | $2,575 | $2,060 |
| Delaware | $12,480 | $2,600 | $2,080 |
| Nevada | $12,480 | $2,600 | $2,080 |
| Vermont | $12,480 | $2,600 | $2,080 |
| Virginia | $12,480 | $2,600 | $2,080 |
| Colorado | $12,720 | $2,650 | $2,120 |
| New Hampshire | $12,720 | $2,650 | $2,120 |
| Oregon | $12,720 | $2,650 | $2,120 |
| Maryland | $13,200 | $2,750 | $2,200 |
| Rhode Island | $13,320 | $2,775 | $2,220 |
| Washington | $13,320 | $2,775 | $2,220 |
| Connecticut | $14,400 | $3,000 | $2,400 |
| New Jersey | $14,400 | $3,000 | $2,400 |
| California | $15,840 | $3,300 | $2,640 |
| Massachusetts | $15,960 | $3,325 | $2,660 |
| Alaska | $16,200 | $3,375 | $2,700 |
| New York | $16,200 | $3,375 | $2,700 |
| Hawaii | $16,560 | $3,450 | $2,760 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does kidney stone removal (lithotripsy) cost without insurance?
The average cost of kidney stone removal (lithotripsy) without insurance in the United States is $12,000. Costs vary significantly by state.
Does insurance cover kidney stone removal (lithotripsy)?
Most health insurance plans cover kidney stone removal (lithotripsy) when medically necessary. With insurance, the average out-of-pocket cost is $2,500.
Does Medicare cover kidney stone removal (lithotripsy)?
Medicare Part B typically covers kidney stone removal (lithotripsy) when ordered by a doctor. The average Medicare-approved amount is $2,000.
Data sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data 2025. Last updated: 2026-03-01. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. This website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.