How Much Does a Tonsillectomy Cost?
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Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
Surgery costs are stressful, so ours are simple: one flat price, set before your procedure, with no surprise bills afterward. Your initial $250 consult, any pre-op labs or imaging, overnight stays, and treatment for rare complications are billed separately.
You’ll never face surprise medical bills.
Patient Testimonials
“Comforting, caring, patient-focused, transparent, and fair! Had my tonsils out at SCO a little over 2 weeks ago. Cost me exactly what was quoted ahead of time, and the staff made me feel supported and important throughout the entire experience.”
“Everyone from start to finish was so incredible. All the nurses took such great care and everyone explained exactly what would happen. Surgery was stress-free, the price was clear, and follow-up was excellent.”
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 Is This Procedure?
Tonsillectomy is a minimally invasive outpatient surgery to remove the tonsils, tissues at the back of your throat that can cause chronic infection or sleep-disordered breathing. It’s performed under general anesthesia, and both adults and children may be candidates if symptoms are severe. Adenoidectomy (the removal of adenoid tissue behind the nose) is sometimes performed at the same time, especially for children with sleep or sinus issues. Most patients go home the same day.
Step-by-step:
- General anesthesia for comfort
- Removal of each tonsil tissue, control of bleeding
- Careful monitoring in recovery
- Discharge home within hours (for healthy patients)
Who Is It For?
Tonsillectomy can help:
- Children or adults with 7+ strep or throat infections in a year, or five a year for 2 years, or 3/year for 3 years (“7-5-3 rule”)
- Individuals with tonsil swelling blocking the airway or causing troubled sleep (sleep-disordered breathing)
- Those with scheduled up-front/self-pay, health savings accounts, or self-insured employer plans
Patients with bleeding risks, very young children, or complex medical conditions may need alternative settings or extra monitoring.
Recovery Timeline
- Same-day discharge: Most go home within hours after the procedure
- Pain & discomfort: Throat and ear pain are common for 7–10 days; they can last up to 2 weeks
- Diet: Soft foods, plenty of fluids, return to regular diet in stages.
- Back to normal: Most adults/children return to school or work in 10–14 days, depending on healing and pain control.
- Risks: Watch for bleeding (may occur anywhere from day 1–14), dehydration. Rarely, complications may require hospital care.
Why Choose the Surgery Center of Oklahoma?
- No hidden charges or surprise bills
- Experienced ENT surgeons and caring anesthesia staff
- Safe, physician-owned ambulatory center setting
- Transparent policies—know what is and isn’t included up front
- Patients come from across Oklahoma and the Midwest for our model
Service Areas
We proudly serve patients in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and surrounding communities, but our reach extends much farther. Many patients travel from across the United States and even internationally to receive care at the Surgery Center of Oklahoma. Families choose us not only for our convenient central Oklahoma location, but also for our transparent, all-inclusive pricing and our reputation for exceptional outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a tonsillectomy cost without insurance?
What’s included and what’s not?
Who is a candidate for tonsillectomy?
Adults and children with frequent infections or sleep-breathing problems are candidates for tonsillectomy. We screen everyone for safety and suitability.
How painful is tonsillectomy?
Pain is moderate to significant, peaks around three to five days after the surgery, and gradually improves by two weeks. Adults often find it more difficult than children.
How long is the recovery?
Most people will return to work and school 10-14 days after surgery. Recovery tips and schedules will be provided to you before you leave.
Is tonsillectomy safe for adults?
Yes, but adults may have a longer, more painful recovery than children; your care team will provide medical guidance and close monitoring.
Will tonsil removal change my voice?
Some temporary changes are possible, but lasting voice issues and changes are rare.