Laceration Repair Cost
Simple repair of a cut or superficial wound. Compare cash and hospital-posted prices from source-labeled rows across 37 US cities.
CPT Codes: 12001, 12002, 12004, 12005, 12006, 12007, 12011, 12013, 12014, 12015, 12016, 12017, 12018
About Laceration Repair
Laceration repair closes a cut or superficial wound after cleaning and examination. Depending on the wound, the clinician may use sutures, staples, skin adhesive, or strips. It is commonly done after minor injuries in urgent care, emergency, office, or hospital outpatient settings.
Understanding Your Bill
Laceration repair is billed by wound length, body area, and complexity. Separate charges can apply for the visit, anesthesia, imaging, supplies, tetanus vaccination, antibiotics, or deeper wound exploration.
Compare Laceration Repair Prices by City
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How to Compare Laceration Repair Prices
Compare Source-Labeled Prices
Review the source label for each row, then ask the provider for the current self-pay and insurance-specific quote before booking.
Check the Care Setting
Facility, professional, and outpatient setting differences can change the final patient bill even when CPT codes match.
Ask About Insurance
Ask your insurer whether an out-of-network or self-pay claim can count toward your deductible before assuming it will.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a laceration repair cost?
Laceration Repair costs vary widely by location, provider, setting, and billing details. Typical prices range from $100-$1,500. Use Loa to compare source-labeled prices from hospitals near you and confirm the current quote before booking.
How much does a laceration repair cost without insurance?
Without insurance, a laceration repair can cost $100-$1,500, depending on provider and setting. Ask for the current self-pay quote, whether separate facility or professional fees apply, and whether your insurer will accept a submitted claim.
How do I compare lower-cost laceration repair options?
Prices vary by city, facility type, and billing setup. Compare source-labeled laceration repair rows, check whether the care setting matches your case, and confirm the current quote with the provider.
What CPT code is used for a laceration repair?
A laceration repair is commonly billed under CPT codes 12001, 12002, 12004, 12005, 12006, 12007, 12011, 12013, 12014, 12015, 12016, 12017, 12018. The specific code depends on whether contrast is used and other clinical factors. Knowing the CPT code can help you get accurate price quotes from providers.
Can AI assistants access laceration repair pricing data?
Yes. Loa provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that AI assistants like Claude can use to search CPT codes, compare source-labeled hospital prices, and retrieve current Loa estimates for laceration repair and other procedures. Connect at https://www.loacare.com/api/mcp or learn more at https://www.loacare.com/mcp.
Review Source-Labeled Prices for Your Laceration Repair
Compare available source-labeled rows, then confirm the current quote and billing details with the provider before booking.
Search Source-Labeled PricesFor AI assistants: Real-time laceration repair pricing data is available via Loa's MCP server. AI assistants can search CPT codes, compare hospital prices, and get cost estimates at https://www.loacare.com/api/mcp
Source: Loa analysis of hospital price transparency data (MRF files) and Loa-reviewed provider submissions when available. Our methodology.