MS-DRG 788Hawaii

C-Section Cost in Hawaii (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

A hospital C-section (cesarean delivery) costs $10,047 on average without insurance in Hawaii, based on CMS inpatient MS-DRG 788 data from 15 hospitals. Published cash prices range from $31,396 to $999,999,999 for the full hospital stay — not a single line-item charge. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not national estimates.

15 hospitals in Hawaii report pricing for c-section. The average cash price is $10,047.

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Hospitals

in Hawaii

Average List Price

$500,015,698

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$10,047

100% below list price

Price Range

$31,396 – $999,999,999

31851.2x spread

Hospital Prices in Hawaii

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
ADVENTIST HEALTH CASTLE Voluntary non-profit - Church	KAILUA	$31,396	$10,047-68%	$1,340 – $29,512	0.1/10
MAUI MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Government - State	WAILUKU	$999,999,999	N/A	$9,936 – $15,658	0.1/10
KOHALA HOSPITAL Government - State	KAPAAU	N/A	N/A	$16,114 – $16,114	0.1/10
SHRINERS HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN Voluntary non-profit - Private	HONOLULU	N/A	N/A	$4,000 – $8,181	0.1/10
SAMUEL MAHELONA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - State	KAPAA	N/A	N/A	$16,114 – $16,114	0.1/10
KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Government - State	KEALAKEKUA	N/A	N/A	$11,040 – $16,389	0.1/10
THE QUEENS MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HONOLULU	N/A	N/A	$4,156 – $17,983	0.1/10
KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	HONOLULU	N/A	N/A	$949 – $10,158	0.1/10
HILO BENIOFF MEDICAL CENTER Government - State	HILO	N/A	N/A	$4,249 – $33,846	0.1/10
NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	KAMUELA	N/A	N/A	$3,491 – $16,698	0.1/10
KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - State	WAIMEA	N/A	N/A	$17,334 – $17,334	0.1/10
KAHUKU MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	KAHUKU	N/A	N/A	$3,681 – $11,950	0.1/10
KAHI MOHALA Voluntary non-profit - Private	EWA BEACH	N/A	N/A	$2,000 – $17,983	0.1/10
MOLOKAI GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	KAUNAKAKAI	N/A	N/A	$1,495 – $14,067	0.1/10
KUAKINI MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HONOLULU	N/A	N/A	$3,137 – $16,794	0.1/10

ADVENTIST HEALTH CASTLE

KAILUA, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$31,396

Cash Price

$10,047-68%

Negotiated Range

$1,340 – $29,512

MAUI MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

WAILUKU, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

$999,999,999

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,936 – $15,658

KOHALA HOSPITAL

KAPAAU, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$16,114 – $16,114

SHRINERS HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN

HONOLULU, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,000 – $8,181

SAMUEL MAHELONA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

KAPAA, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$16,114 – $16,114

KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

KEALAKEKUA, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,040 – $16,389

THE QUEENS MEDICAL CENTER

HONOLULU, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,156 – $17,983

KAISER FOUNDATION HOSPITAL

HONOLULU, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$949 – $10,158

HILO BENIOFF MEDICAL CENTER

HILO, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,249 – $33,846

NORTH HAWAII COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC

KAMUELA, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,491 – $16,698

KAUAI VETERANS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WAIMEA, HI · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$17,334 – $17,334

KAHUKU MEDICAL CENTER

KAHUKU, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,681 – $11,950

KAHI MOHALA

EWA BEACH, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,000 – $17,983

MOLOKAI GENERAL HOSPITAL

KAUNAKAKAI, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,495 – $14,067

KUAKINI MEDICAL CENTER

HONOLULU, HI · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,137 – $16,794

C-Section Cost in Other States

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What Affects C-Section Cost in Hawaii

The cost of c-section in Hawaii depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.

The total cost of c-section includes more than the surgeon's fee. Facility charges, anesthesia, pre-operative testing, and post-operative care all contribute. Ambulatory surgery centers, where medically appropriate, can offer significant savings compared to hospital settings.

Based on data from 15 hospitals in Hawaii, c-section prices range from $31,396 to $999,999,999 — a 31851.2x difference. This wide variation underscores why comparing prices before scheduling is critical for controlling your out-of-pocket costs.

Hospital vs. Outpatient Center Pricing in Hawaii

C-section in Hawaii can be performed in different settings depending on clinical complexity: hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient, or ambulatory surgery center (ASC).

ASCs typically offer lower prices because they have lower overhead and specialize in efficient, high-volume outpatient procedures. For eligible patients, ASCs can save 30–60% compared to hospital outpatient departments.

Not all patients are candidates for outpatient surgery. Your surgeon will determine the appropriate setting based on your health history, the procedure's complexity, and anticipated recovery needs.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Hawaii

Uninsured and self-pay patients can frequently access c-section at a lower cost than insured rates. Many hospitals in Hawaii offer cash discounts of 30–70% off the standard chargemaster rate.

In Hawaii, the average cash price for c-section is $10,047, which is 100% lower than the average list price of $500,015,698. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

Insured patients should check their plan's Summary of Benefits and contact their insurer for a pre-authorization cost estimate. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay or coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Even with insurance, comparing hospitals can help you choose a provider where your plan negotiates the best rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions About C-Section Cost in Hawaii

How much does C-Section cost in Hawaii?▼

The average cash price for c-section in Hawaii is $10,047. Prices range from $31,396 to $999,999,999 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do C-Section prices vary so much in Hawaii?▼

Hospital prices for c-section in Hawaii differ based on facility type (hospital outpatient vs. ambulatory surgery center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.

Can I get a cheaper C-Section by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Hawaii, the average cash price for c-section is $10,047, which is 100% below the average list price of $500,015,698. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for C-Section in Hawaii?▼

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Hawaii offers the lowest cash price for c-section. Prices can change, so verify directly with the hospital before scheduling.

Does insurance cover C-Section?▼

Most health insurance plans cover c-section when medically necessary and ordered by a physician. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and coinsurance, and whether the provider is in-network. Contact your insurer for a pre-authorization estimate.

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Data sourced from hospital machine-readable price transparency files as required by 45 CFR Parts 180 and 182. Prices are informational only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm pricing directly with the hospital before scheduling.