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Open Heart Surgery Cost in Nevada (2026)

Near the US median for open heart surgery pricing · NV

Nevada Average
$150,750
Near national average
Typical Range
$80,400 – $251,250
National avg: $150,000
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Regional Pricing Confidence
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The Nevada Market

What Drives Pricing Here

Three factors explain most of why open heart surgery costs what it does in Nevada.

Regional Price Parity

Nevada's cost-of-living index sits at 100.5 — near 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 Nevada — competition keeps pricing honest and gives you real leverage to shop quotes.

Vs. National Benchmark

Nevada tracks within 0.5% of the national average ($150,000) — a typical mid-market pricing environment with wide provider variance.

State Context

Open Heart Surgery in Nevada: What to Know

Nevada offers top-tier open heart surgery options. Renown Health leads the state in cardiothoracic surgery, while Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center uniquely provides the CardioONE program, keeping your care team and recovery in one room. For pediatric care, Children's Heart Center Nevada is nationally recognized, with results exceeding national averages, drawing patients from across states. MountainView Hospital in Las Vegas also earned a distinguished three-star rating from STS for excellent CABG outcomes.

To manage costs, consider that Nevada’s average open-heart surgery cost is comparable to the national average. Exploring facilities like Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno, rated among the nation's top cardiovascular community hospitals, might offer competitive options. Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican in Las Vegas and Henderson also offers minimally invasive techniques that could lead to shorter stays and potentially lower overall costs. Verify current pricing directly with providers.

Itemized Breakdown

Estimated Cost Breakdown in Nevada

Pricing for open heart surgery in Nevada is roughly in line with the rest of the country. Here's the breakdown.

Hospital Stay

Per-night inpatient cost

$36,934 - $68,591

Most significant cost

Surgeon Fee

Expertise and experience level

$21,105 - $39,195

Implants & Supplies

$15,828 - $29,396

Operating Room

OR and equipment time

$15,828 - $29,396

Anesthesia

Anesthesiologist or CRNA fee

$8,442 - $15,678

Post-Op Care

Recovery and aftercare

$7,387 - $13,718

Total Estimated Cost

Nevada all-in range

$80,400 – $251,250

Financing Options

Many Nevada clinics partner with CareCredit or Alphaeon. A typical 24-month, 0% APR term on $150,750 looks like:

$6,281/mo
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  • Soft credit check — no hard pull
  • Instant approval decisions
  • HSA/FSA eligible for qualifying cases

Based on CMS Medicare data and regional price parities. Learn about our methodology →

Ranges adjusted for Nevada's regional price parity (100.5). See the national percentage breakdown →

Hospital-Level Data

Facility Costs in Nevada

Below are the top facilities performing open heart surgery in Nevada, ranked by volume. Rates shown are negotiated amounts from CMS Medicare data.

Facility City Negotiated Rate Medicare Volume
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center Carson City $73,159 $71,841 17
Renown Regional Medical Center Reno $63,699 $56,233 15
Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus Las Vegas $60,640 $59,040 12
University Medical Center Las Vegas $73,655 $60,748 11
Mountainview Hospital Las Vegas $101,122 $97,496 11
Regional Comparison

Open Heart Surgery Cost in Nearby States

Neighboring states offer a range of open heart surgery pricing. Nevada falls in the middle of the pack.

Common Questions

Expert Answers for Nevada Patients

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

Compare Nevada with any other state

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

View full open heart surgery guide
What is the average price of open heart surgery in Nevada?
The average cost of open heart surgery in Nevada is $150,750. Prices typically range from $80,400 to $251,250, depending on the facility, provider, and your specific case.
Does insurance cover open heart surgery?
Most insurance plans cover open heart surgery when it's deemed medically necessary. You'll typically need pre-authorization from your insurer, and staying in-network with a Nevada provider will minimize your out-of-pocket share.
What's the recovery time for open heart surgery?
Most Nevada patients need 42 to 120 days to fully recover from open heart surgery. Your surgeon will schedule follow-ups during this window to monitor healing. At Nevada's cost of living (RPP 100.5), lost wages during recovery can be a significant hidden cost — budget for that alongside the procedure itself.
Are payment plans available for open heart surgery in Nevada?
Financing open heart surgery in Nevada is straightforward. Options include medical credit lines (CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit), your surgeon's in-house installment plan, or HSA/FSA dollars if the procedure has a medical component. Always compare the total cost with interest against a cash-pay discount.
What should I look for in a Nevada open heart surgery provider?
Start with case volume — facilities that perform more procedures generally have better outcomes. In Nevada, also compare hospital vs. ambulatory surgery center pricing (ASCs can be 30-50% cheaper) and check whether your insurance network includes the facility.
Can I save by getting open heart surgery in a neighboring state?
Crossing into Idaho could save you $4,950 on open heart surgery. That's $145,800 vs. Nevada's $150,750. The key logistics to sort out: does your insurance cover Idaho providers, and can your Nevada doctor handle follow-up care after the procedure?
Does Nevada Medicaid cover open heart surgery?
Medicaid coverage for open heart surgery in Nevada depends on medical necessity. If your doctor documents that open heart surgery is required for your health, Nevada Medicaid may cover part or all of the cost. Pre-authorization is typically required. Contact Nevada's Medicaid office or your managed care plan for specific coverage details.
Data Sources & References

How we calculate open heart surgery costs in Nevada

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 Nevada'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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