Procedures
Earwax removal by irrigation, one ear cost in Michigan
Earwax removal by irrigation, one ear usually involves several bills: the facility, the doctor or surgeon, and often anesthesia. Some surgery centers and cash-pay programs quote one bundled price for everything.
Typical cash price
In Michigan
From 92 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Michigan.
Nationwide typical: $80.40 (most listed prices $20.46–$291).
Cheapest in Michigan
- $5.01Source: Trinity Health Livonia Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
- $7.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson price file · checked Oct 2026 - $7.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Clinton price file · checked Oct 2026 - $7.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton price file · checked Oct 2026 - $7.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Ionia price file · checked Oct 2026 - $7.75
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing price file · checked Oct 2026 - Harbor Beach Community Hospital, Inc. DBA Scheurer Health - Harbor BeachEarwax removal by irrigation, one earFacility fee only$11.25
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Harbor Beach Community Hospital, Inc. DBA Scheurer price fil · checked Oct 2026 - $12.40
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: University of Michigan Health – West price file · checked Oct 2026 - $13.60
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Memorial Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026 - $13.85
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- $14.30
Doctor fees are billed separately. +2 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Aspirus Iron River Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $15.10
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Common questions
What does a bundled price include?
A bundled (all-in) price usually covers the facility, the surgeon and anesthesia for the procedure itself. Pre-op tests, implants, pathology and follow-up visits are sometimes extra. Ask for a written Good Faith Estimate.
Do I need a referral?
You usually need a consultation with the surgeon or specialist first. Ask whether the consultation is included in the cash price.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.