Appendicitis is the acute inflammation of the appendix, most notably causing intense abdominal pain that often begins around the navel and migrates to the lower right side, accompanied by fever, nausea, and vomiting. Diagnosis is confirmed through physical examination, blood tests, and imaging like an ultrasound or CT scan. The standard and urgent treatment is an appendectomy, the surgical removal of the appendix. This is most commonly done via laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive technique using small incisions and a camera, which typically allows for a shorter hospital stay (often just 1-2 days) and a quicker recovery. In more complex cases, such as a ruptured appendix, an open surgery with a larger incision may be required, leading to a longer hospitalization for antibiotics and monitoring. The financial aspects include costs for the emergency room visit, diagnostic imaging, surgeon and anesthesia fees, and the hospital stay, with the total varying significantly based on surgical method, geographic location, and individual insurance coverage.