Cataract surgery cost in Muscogee County, GA: surgery center vs. hospital

In Muscogee County, GA, Medicare's estimated 2026 cost for a cataract surgery is $1,397.15 at an outpatient surgery center and $2,019.62 at a hospital outpatient department.

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The bottom line

What will I pay for a cataract surgery in Muscogee County?

With Original Medicare only, your 20% coinsurance would be about $279.43 at a surgery center instead of $403.92 at a hospital — $124.49 less.

With a Medigap plan, your coinsurance is covered in either setting, and this procedure doesn't carry a SaveWell reward in Muscogee County.

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Surgery center vs. hospital costs in Muscogee County

Estimated 2026 costs for a cataract surgery in Muscogee County, GA
SettingMedicare’s costYou pay, Original Medicare onlyYou pay, with Medigap
Outpatient surgery center$1,397.15$279.43$0.00
Hospital outpatient department$2,019.62$403.92$0.00

Estimates based on 2025 Medicare claims for Muscogee County, GA, as of October 6, 2026. They are not a quote, and your Part B deductible may apply.

Specialists

Find a cataract surgery specialist near you

2 SaveWell-network practices (6 specialists) serve Medicare patients in Muscogee County, GA. SaveWell looks at each specialist’s experience with the procedure, the mix of facilities they use, and their cost track record in your county. Only the higher-value specialists are included in the SaveWell network.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does a cataract surgery cost with Medicare in Muscogee County, GA?

In Muscogee County, GA, Medicare's estimated 2026 cost for a cataract surgery is $1,397.15 at an outpatient surgery center and $2,019.62 at a hospital outpatient department. With Original Medicare only, your 20% coinsurance would be about $279.43 at a surgery center instead of $403.92 at a hospital — $124.49 less.

Is a surgery center cheaper than a hospital for a cataract surgery in Muscogee County?

Yes. With Original Medicare only, your 20% share is $124.49 lower at a surgery center than at a hospital.

Can I earn a reward with a Medigap plan?

With a Medigap plan, your coinsurance is covered in either setting, and this procedure doesn't carry a SaveWell reward in Muscogee County.

Where can I find a cataract surgery specialist in Muscogee County?

2 SaveWell-network practices (6 specialists) serve Medicare patients in Muscogee County, GA. Enter your ZIP code on this page to see their names, addresses, and distances from you.

How were the specialists chosen?

SaveWell looks at each specialist’s experience with the procedure, the mix of facilities they use, and their cost track record in your county. Only the higher-value specialists are included in the SaveWell network.

Who can use SaveWell?

Free service for Original Medicare members to save money or earn rewards on common procedures. It does not work with Medicare Advantage plans today.

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