Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Hemorrhoid Surgery (Hemorrhoidectomy) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Hemorrhoidectomy | $5,000 – $10,000 | $800 – $2,500 |
| Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy (PPH) | $4,000 – $9,000 | $700 – $2,200 |
| Rubber Band Ligation | $1,000 – $3,000 | $200 – $800 |
| Infrared Coagulation | $500 – $2,000 | $100 – $500 |
CPT/ADA Code: 46260
What Affects the Cost
- Brand-name vs. generic availability
- Insurance formulary tier placement
- Pharmacy choice (retail vs. mail-order vs. Costco)
- Manufacturer savings cards and coupons
- Dosage and quantity prescribed
- Geographic location
Insurance Coverage
Typical coverage: Medically necessary — covered when conservative treatments have failed
Most insurance plans use a tiered formulary: Tier 1 (generic) $0-$15 copay, Tier 2 (preferred brand) $25-$75, Tier 3 (non-preferred brand) $50-$150, Tier 4 (specialty) $100-$500+. Prior authorization may be required for certain medications. Step therapy may require trying cheaper alternatives first.
How to Save Money
- Always ask for generic when available — saves 50-90%
- Use GoodRx, RxSaver, or similar discount cards
- Costco pharmacy is open to non-members and often has lowest prices
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers transparent low pricing
- Manufacturer patient assistance programs provide free medication to qualifying patients
- HSA/FSA funds can cover medication costs tax-free
Related Procedures & Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Hemorrhoid surgery costs $3,000 to $10,000 without insurance. Less invasive options like rubber band ligation cost $1,000-$3,000.
Yes, hemorrhoid procedures are covered when medically necessary after conservative treatments have been tried.
Recovery from hemorrhoidectomy takes 2-4 weeks. Less invasive procedures like banding require only 1-2 days of recovery.