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Hysterectomy Cost in Maryland (2026)

Moderately higher pricing · Regional price parity: 106.8 · MD

Maryland Average
$19,224
▲ +6.8% above national
Typical Range
$10,680 – $26,700
National avg: $18,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
93% Confidence Index
The Maryland Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why hysterectomy costs what it does in Maryland.

Regional Price Parity

Maryland's cost-of-living index sits at 106.8 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

5 facilities perform this procedure in Maryland — competition keeps pricing honest and gives you real leverage to shop quotes.

Vs. National Benchmark

At +6.8% above the national average ($18,000), Maryland sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Hysterectomy in Maryland: What to Know

Considering a hysterectomy in Maryland? Holy Cross Health, encompassing Holy Cross Hospital and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, performs more gynecologic surgeries annually than any other Maryland system and is COEMIG accredited. Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore offers robotic options, while Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda pioneered the vNOTES procedure for shorter stays and no visible scars.

For potentially lower costs, explore Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) like Visionary ASC in Rockville, which uses techniques like DualPortGYN®. Studies show ASCs have shorter operating times and higher same-day discharge rates compared to hospitals. You may also find options in neighboring states. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Maryland

Maryland runs somewhat above the national average for hysterectomy. Here's where the extra cost comes from.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$4,036 - $7,497

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$4,036 - $7,497

Implants & Supplies

$2,017 - $3,749

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$2,017 - $3,749

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$1,346 - $2,499

Total Estimated Cost

Maryland all-in range

$10,680 – $26,700

Financing Options

Many Maryland clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $19,224 looks like:

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Cost estimates are adjusted for regional pricing. See how we calculate state-level costs →

Ranges adjusted for Maryland's regional price parity (106.8). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Maryland

Below are the top facilities performing hysterectomy in Maryland, ranked by volume. Rates shown are negotiated amounts from CMS Medicare data.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Holy Cross Hospital Silver Spring $14,643 $12,268 18
Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore $22,541 $20,635 18
Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore $32,534 $31,057 13
Mercy Medical Center Inc Baltimore $13,034 $9,809 13
Johns Hopkins Hospital, The Baltimore $43,923 $40,656 13
Regional Comparison

Hysterectomy Cost in Nearby States

Hysterectomy pricing varies across the region. Here's how Maryland stacks up against its neighbors.

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Maryland Patients

Local regulations, insurance nuance, and surgical standards specific to Maryland.

Compare Maryland with any other state

See national pricing, all 50 state comparisons, and detailed cost factors in the main hysterectomy cost guide.

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How much does hysterectomy cost in Maryland?
Expect to budget around $19,224 for hysterectomy in Maryland. The typical range spans $10,680 to $26,700 — where you land depends on your provider, whether you choose a hospital or outpatient center, and the specifics of your case.
Does insurance cover hysterectomy?
Most insurance plans cover hysterectomy when it's deemed medically necessary. You'll typically need pre-authorization from your insurer, and staying in-network with a Maryland provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
How long is recovery after hysterectomy?
Most Maryland patients need 14 to 56 days to fully recover from hysterectomy. Your surgeon will schedule follow-ups during this window to monitor healing. At Maryland's cost of living (RPP 106.8), lost wages during recovery can be a significant hidden cost — budget for that alongside the procedure itself.
How can I finance hysterectomy in Maryland?
Most Maryland surgeons work with financing companies that offer monthly payment plans. CareCredit and Prosper are the most common. You might also ask about cash-pay pricing — some providers knock 10-20% off the $19,224 sticker price when you pay upfront.
How do I choose a hysterectomy facility in Maryland?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Maryland, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Is it worth traveling to another state for hysterectomy?
Potentially. West Virginia averages $16,164 for hysterectomy — a 16% savings over Maryland. Whether it's worth the drive depends on how close you are to the border and whether you can arrange follow-up care locally.
Is hysterectomy covered under Maryland's Medicaid program?
Maryland Medicaid may cover hysterectomy when it's medically necessary and your doctor provides supporting documentation. Coverage details vary by managed care plan, so check directly with your Medicaid provider for pre-authorization steps.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate hysterectomy costs in Maryland

Cost estimates combine procedure-specific pricing data with regional cost-of-living and provider-supply adjustments. Primary sources:

  • Hospital pricing transparency files — CMS-required machine-readable data published by hospitals under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency rule (effective January 2021). Provides actual negotiated rates between hospitals and insurers.
  • HCUP (Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project)AHRQ's HCUP databases provide nationally-representative procedure cost data by state, payer, and patient demographics.
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics — Healthcare Practitioner Occupational WagesBLS OEWS data on surgeon, anesthesiologist, and surgical staff wages by state, used to model regional labor-cost differences in procedure pricing.
  • BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP)U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis state-level price-level indices, used to adjust national procedure averages for Maryland's cost-of-living relative to the national mean.
  • FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup — the FAIR Health database aggregates billed and allowed amounts from over 36 billion claim records, providing a check on procedure-cost ranges by ZIP code.
  • Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment DataCMS public-use files on Medicare-allowed amounts and submitted charges by HCPCS/CPT code and state, used as a baseline for procedure-cost ranges.

Estimates are illustrative and reflect typical pricing ranges; actual costs depend on insurance coverage, surgical complexity, anesthesia type, hospital vs. ambulatory setting, and individual patient factors. Always confirm pricing directly with providers and your insurance carrier. See our methodology page for full calculation details.

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