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Hysterectomy Cost in North Dakota (2026)

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North Dakota Average
$17,136
▼ -4.8% below national
Typical Range
$9,520 – $23,800
National avg: $18,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
88% Confidence Index
The North Dakota Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

North Dakota's cost-of-living index sits at 95.2 — meaningfully below the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

Limited local facility options in North Dakota can reduce price competition. Consider quotes from neighboring states if the travel is feasible.

Vs. National Benchmark

At -4.8% below the national average ($18,000), North Dakota is a discount market. Often driven by lower overhead or less metro concentration — quality can still be excellent.

State Context

Hysterectomy in North Dakota: What to Know

Considering a hysterectomy in North Dakota? Facilities like Balance Medical in Bismarck offer both vaginal and laparoscopic hysterectomies, with the latter providing faster recovery. Sanford Health, with locations in Bismarck and Williston, utilizes minimally invasive techniques including robotic-assisted surgery. Essentia Health in Fargo also has experienced providers. North Dakota Medicaid covers medically necessary hysterectomies if specific criteria and forms are met.

For potential savings, explore Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in North Dakota; they often provide a more comfortable environment, reduced infection risk, and lower costs compared to hospitals, often allowing same-day discharge. For instance, the average cash price at a surgery center is significantly less than an outpatient hospital. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in North Dakota

North Dakota falls slightly below the national average for hysterectomy costs. Here's the typical cost breakdown.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$3,598 - $6,683

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$3,598 - $6,683

Implants & Supplies

$1,798 - $3,342

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$1,798 - $3,342

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$1,200 - $2,228

Total Estimated Cost

North Dakota all-in range

$9,520 – $23,800

Financing Options

Many North Dakota clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $17,136 looks like:

$714/mo
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Prices reflect regional cost-of-living adjustments. How we calculate these numbers →

Ranges adjusted for North Dakota's regional price parity (95.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Regional Comparison

Hysterectomy Cost in Nearby States

Among its neighbors, North Dakota offers the best pricing for hysterectomy. If you're already local, you're in a good spot cost-wise.

South Dakota
$17,424
+1.7% vs ND
Montana
$17,550
+2.4% vs ND
Minnesota
$18,630
+8.7% vs ND
Common Questions

Expert Answers for North Dakota Patients

Local regulations, insurance nuance, and surgical standards specific to North Dakota.

Compare North Dakota 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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What should I expect to pay for hysterectomy in North Dakota?
North Dakota patients pay an average of $17,136 for hysterectomy. Quotes from individual providers generally fall between $9,520 and $23,800, with facility fees and surgeon experience accounting for most of the variation.
Can I use insurance for hysterectomy in North Dakota?
Yes — hysterectomy is generally covered by insurance in North Dakota when your doctor documents medical necessity. Expect to pay your deductible and copay, but the bulk of the $17,136 cost should be covered by your plan.
How long is recovery after hysterectomy?
Plan for 14 to 56 days of downtime after hysterectomy in North Dakota. The first week is typically the most restrictive — after that, you'll gradually resume daily routines. Post-op expenses like prescriptions and follow-up visits in North Dakota can add $857 to $1,714 to your total bill.
What payment options exist for hysterectomy in North Dakota?
Many North Dakota providers offer financing through medical credit companies like CareCredit or Prosper Healthcare Lending. You can also use HSA/FSA funds, negotiate a cash-pay discount (often 10-20% off), or ask about in-house payment plans that split the $17,136 cost into monthly installments.
Can Medicaid help pay for hysterectomy in North Dakota?
If hysterectomy is deemed medically necessary, North Dakota's Medicaid program may cover it partially or fully. You'll need your doctor to submit documentation to your plan. Elective cases without a medical justification are generally not covered.
Is hysterectomy eligible for HSA/FSA funds?
HSA and FSA accounts work for hysterectomy as long as there's medical necessity. Given North Dakota's $17,136 average, pre-tax payment through your health savings account is worth pursuing — the tax benefit alone could cover your follow-up care costs.
What does the hysterectomy cost in North Dakota include?
Most North Dakota surgeons quote an all-in price covering their fee, anesthesia, and operating room time. But watch for extras that may not be included — imaging, lab work, prescriptions, and extended follow-up care can add 10-15% to the final bill.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate hysterectomy costs in North Dakota

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

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    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.
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    HCUP (Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project) — AHRQ's HCUP databases provide nationally-representative procedure cost data by state, payer, and patient demographics.
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    Bureau of Labor Statistics — Healthcare Practitioner Occupational Wages — BLS OEWS data on surgeon, anesthesiologist, and surgical staff wages by state, used to model regional labor-cost differences in procedure pricing.
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    BEA Regional Price Parities (RPP) — U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis state-level price-level indices, used to adjust national procedure averages for North Dakota's cost-of-living relative to the national mean.
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    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.
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    Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data — CMS 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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