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How Much Does a Tonsillectomy Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

Michelle Fleming
Michelle Fleming1 Jan 2024
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A tonsillectomy is the removal of the tonsils, which are part of the immune system and located in the back of the throat. The cost of a tonsillectomy without insurance ranges from $1,500 to $4,000. Tonsillectomies are commonly performed in children, but there are situations in which adults may need to consider one as well.

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Michelle Fleming

Michelle Fleming is a sophomore at the University of Texas at Austin majoring in Public Health, focusing on biostatistics and informatics and minoring in Health Communications. Michelle is passionate about bridging the gap in health inequalities through advocacy and policy, especially within minority groups.

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