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Hysterectomy Cost in Virginia (2026)

Somewhat above the national average · RPP 103.2 · VA

Virginia Average
$18,576
▲ +3.2% above national
Typical Range
$10,320 – $25,800
National avg: $18,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
92% Confidence Index
The Virginia Market

What Drives Pricing Here

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

Regional Price Parity

Virginia's cost-of-living index sits at 103.2 — above the national benchmark (100). This directly scales facility and staffing overhead, which flow through to every procedure price.

Specialist Availability

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

Vs. National Benchmark

At +3.2% above the national average ($18,000), Virginia sits in premium territory. Likely drivers: high demand, metro concentration, or tier-one facility networks.

State Context

Hysterectomy in Virginia: What to Know

Virginia offers diverse hysterectomy options, with facilities like Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church performing a significant number of procedures. Reston Hospital Center is an SRC Center of Excellence for minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Many Virginia facilities, including UVA Health and Women's Health of Central Virginia in Lynchburg, utilize advanced techniques like robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci system.

For potentially lower costs and quicker recovery, consider ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) in Northern Virginia. These offer shorter operating times and high same-day discharge rates for laparoscopic hysterectomies. While the state average is slightly above the national average, exploring outpatient options can be beneficial. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Virginia

Expect to pay moderately more for hysterectomy in Virginia. These are the cost components driving the total.

Facility Fee

OR time and hospital staffing

$3,900 - $7,245

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$3,900 - $7,245

Implants & Supplies

$1,949 - $3,622

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$1,949 - $3,622

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$1,300 - $2,415

Total Estimated Cost

Virginia all-in range

$10,320 – $25,800

Financing Options

Many Virginia clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $18,576 looks like:

$774/mo
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Based on CMS Medicare data and regional price parities. Learn about our methodology →

Ranges adjusted for Virginia's regional price parity (103.2). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Virginia

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

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $12,741 $9,396 39
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $17,737 $12,473 34
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $10,743 $8,655 33
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $19,813 $14,737 29
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $17,012 $13,209 29
Cjw Medical Center Richmond $8,100 $6,585 18
Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church $36,609 $31,976 12
Uva Health Sciences Center Charlottesville $26,531 $16,426 11
Regional Comparison

Hysterectomy Cost in Nearby States

Neighboring states offer a range of hysterectomy pricing. Virginia falls in the middle of the pack.

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Virginia Patients

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

Compare Virginia 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 is the average price of hysterectomy in Virginia?
Expect to budget around $18,576 for hysterectomy in Virginia. The typical range spans $10,320 to $25,800 — 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 Virginia provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
What's the recovery time for hysterectomy?
Plan for 14 to 56 days of downtime after hysterectomy in Virginia. 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 Virginia can add $929 to $1,858 to your total bill.
What payment options exist for hysterectomy in Virginia?
You have several options to cover the $18,576 average in Virginia. Third-party financing (CareCredit, Alphaeon) offers 0% intro APR periods up to 24 months. Many surgeons also accept direct payment plans or offer discounts of 10-20% for paying in full upfront.
How do I compare hysterectomy facilities in Virginia?
Focus on three things: the facility's hysterectomy case volume, its accreditation status, and the out-of-pocket cost at your insurance tier. Virginia has both hospital and outpatient options — outpatient centers typically offer significant savings.
Is it worth traveling to another state for hysterectomy?
Yes — West Virginia offers hysterectomy at an average of $16,164, which is $2,412 less than Virginia. Factor in travel costs, follow-up visit logistics, and whether your insurance network covers out-of-state providers before making the trip.
Can Medicaid help pay for hysterectomy in Virginia?
Medicaid in Virginia can cover hysterectomy when there's a documented medical need. The key is pre-authorization — your physician will need to submit clinical justification to your managed care organization before the procedure is approved.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate hysterectomy costs in Virginia

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 Virginia'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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