Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing for Hiatal Hernia Repair
Hiatal hernia repair with laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is an outpatient foregut procedure that addresses reflux and repairs the hernia so the stomach stays below the diaphragm in its normal position. By reinforcing the valve between the esophagus and stomach, this operation helps relieve heartburn, regurgitation, and other GERD symptoms while lowering the risk of future hernia problems when patients are properly selected by the surgical team.
It is common to worry about cost before surgery, which is why Surgery Center of Oklahoma publishes all-inclusive, bundled rates so there are no surprise bills after care. Bundles typically include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee, anesthesia, routine postoperative care, and standard supplies for the planned procedure, with any exceptions clearly listed on the pricing pages and in the disclaimer, so expectations are clear before scheduling. Pre-op consultations, diagnostics or imaging, overnight stays, and treatment of unrelated conditions or complications are not part of standard bundles and are handled transparently per the center’s pricing disclaimer and FAQs.
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How SCO Compares
Lower Costs
Our all-inclusive bundled pricing makes procedure costs clear and affordable for patients without insurance.
Shorter Waits
Most patients are scheduled quickly, avoiding long delays.
Better Recovery
Outpatient care reduces infection risk and supports a quicker return home. Our infection rate in 2021 was 0.00% compared with the national average of 2.6%.
Personalized Care
Our team specializes in patient-centered treatment.
What Are These Procedures?
Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication repairs the hiatal hernia and wraps the upper stomach (fundus) around the lower esophagus to strengthen the anti-reflux valve, typically using a few small incisions, a camera, and specialized instruments. Compared with open surgery, laparoscopic techniques are associated with less perioperative morbidity and shorter hospital stays, supporting their use for many hiatal hernias when candidacy is confirmed by the surgeon.
Who Is It For?
Candidates often include people with symptomatic hiatal hernia and GERD who continue to have reflux despite medication or who prefer a definitive surgical option after evaluation by a qualified surgeon and, when appropriate, a gastroenterologist. Repair is strongly recommended for symptomatic paraesophageal hernias, and selection considers esophageal motility and anatomy to choose the right wrap type and surgical approach.
Benefits & Outcomes
Patients often see:
- Relief of heartburn and regurgitation by restoring valve function at the gastroesophageal junction when the procedure is properly selected and performed.
- Minimally invasive technique can mean smaller incisions, less pain, and quicker return to normal activity than open surgery in appropriate cases.
- Outpatient setting with published, bundled pricing helps patients plan with confidence and avoid surprise bills after the procedure.
Recovery Timeline
Most patients go home the same day with instructions on activity, diet progression, and pain control, and may notice temporary shoulder or chest soreness from the gas used during laparoscopy. A soft or staged diet is commonly recommended at first, with gradual return to normal eating as swallowing comfort improves under surgeon guidance. Light activity and walking begin early, with return to work varying by job demands and individual recovery; restrictions and follow-up timing are reviewed before discharge.
Risks & Considerations
All surgery carries risks such as bleeding, infection, anesthesia reactions, and clotting, which are reviewed beforehand along with steps taken to reduce risk in the outpatient setting. Procedure-specific issues can include temporary or persistent swallowing difficulty, gas-bloat symptoms, wrap failure or hernia recurrence, and in select large hernias the surgeon may consider reinforcement at the hiatus based on evidence and anatomy. The minimally invasive approach lowers perioperative morbidity and length of stay compared with open surgery in many patients, but not everyone is a candidate and conversions can occur for safety.
Why Choose the Surgery Center of Oklahoma?
- Up-front, bundled pricing published online with a clear disclaimer and FAQs for what is included and excluded.
- Experienced surgical teams performing minimally invasive foregut procedures with efficient outpatient pathways.
- Physician-owned center and FMMA member focused on value, access, and destination care for patients traveling to Oklahoma City.
Service Areas
Care is available for Oklahoma City and the greater metro, with patients frequently traveling from Tulsa, across Oklahoma, and from other states for transparent pricing and efficient outpatient surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is hiatal hernia repair an outpatient procedure at Surgery Center of Oklahoma?
Yes, this procedure is offered in an outpatient setting here when clinically appropriate, with details on the fundoplication page and the main pricing portal to guide planning.
What is included in the all-inclusive price bundle?
Published bundles typically include surgeon, facility, anesthesia, routine postoperative care, and standard supplies for the planned procedure, with any exceptions listed in the pricing disclaimer and FAQs.
Do patients need a referral, or can they request a specialist directly?
The center supports direct specialist requests and provides pre-op guidance in the FAQs and during scheduling.
Will an overnight stay be needed, and how would that be billed?
These surgeries are planned as outpatient, but if an unplanned stay or non-bundled service becomes necessary, it is handled transparently outside the bundle per the pricing disclaimer.
How soon can daily activities resume after laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication?
Light activity and walking often begin soon after surgery, with a graduated return to work depending on job demands and personal recovery milestones set by the care team.
What diet should be followed after surgery?
Many patients start with liquids or a soft diet and progress over days to weeks based on comfort and surgeon instructions, which helps reduce swallowing difficulty during early healing.
What are the most common side effects or complications?
Temporary swallowing difficulty, gas-bloat, and transient chest or shoulder discomfort can occur, and recurrence or wrap failure is possible over time, which is why follow-up is important.
Is mesh used in hiatal hernia repair?
For select large paraesophageal hernias, reinforcement techniques including mesh may reduce short-term recurrence, though long-term data are mixed and decisions are individualized by the surgeon.