Medically Reviewed by Dr. Blane Schilling, MD
Family Medicine and Integrative Wellness
Tonsillectomy removes enlarged tonsils and may be considered for selected adults with obstructive sleep apnea.
$3,875
Surgery Center of Oklahoma · observed October 7, 2026
Includes the surgeon, facility, anesthesia and routine follow-up. The initial $250 consult, pre-op labs or imaging, overnight stays and complication care are separate.
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Family Medicine and Integrative Wellness
Tonsillectomy removes the tonsils and may be considered for selected adults with obstructive sleep apnea. The AASM adult surgical-referral guideline addresses when to discuss consultation, not a universal success rate for this procedure.
The Surgery Center of Oklahoma publishes a price of $3,875 for tonsillectomy. This includes the surgeon, facility, anesthesia, and routine follow-up. It excludes the initial $250 consult, pre-op labs or imaging, overnight stays, and complication care. Provider price page, observed October 7, 2026.
Your billed price, negotiated rate, deductible, coinsurance, and prior authorization may differ based on your insurance plan and provider network. This published example is not a nationwide price range.
Surgical outcomes vary. Success rates depend on individual patient factors. Consult a qualified surgeon to discuss your specific case. The AASM guideline recommends individualized discussion of surgical referral for adults unable or unwilling to use CPAP. It does not certify a success rate for tonsillectomy.
Best for: Children with OSA, adults with enlarged tonsils
Coverage depends on medical necessity, your plan, network, documentation and prior authorization rules. Your billed price and out-of-pocket cost are different from a published cash price. Ask your insurer for a written estimate before scheduling.
CPT Code(s): 42826
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Surgery Center of Oklahoma posts a $3,875 cash bundle for this procedure, observed October 7, 2026. Check the published inclusions and exclusions and get a written local quote.
Coverage depends on medical necessity, your plan, network, documentation and prior authorization rules. Your billed price, negotiated rate, deductible, coinsurance, and prior authorization may differ based on your insurance plan and provider network. Ask the plan for an estimate in writing.
Surgical outcomes vary. Success rates depend on individual patient factors. Consult a qualified surgeon to discuss your specific case. The AASM referral guideline does not provide a single outcome percentage for every candidate.
Full recovery from Tonsillectomy typically takes 1-2 weeks. Most patients can return to work in 1-2 weeks. Hospital stay is usually outpatient or 1 day.