MS-DRG 788Idaho

C-Section Cost in Idaho (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

A hospital C-section (cesarean delivery) costs $34,809 on average without insurance in Idaho, based on CMS inpatient MS-DRG 788 data from 19 hospitals. Published cash prices range from $19,273 to $49,256 for the full hospital stay — not a single line-item charge. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not national estimates.

19 hospitals in Idaho report pricing for c-section. The average cash price is $34,809.

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Hospitals

in Idaho

Average List Price

$36,880

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$34,809

6% below list price

Price Range

$19,273 – $49,256

2.6x spread

Hospital Prices in Idaho

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
SAINT ALPHONSUS MEDICAL CENTER - NAMPA Voluntary non-profit - Church	NAMPA	$19,273	$12,528-35%	$6,868 – $35,073	0.1/10
SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	BOISE	$24,073	$15,647-35%	$6,879 – $33,572	0.1/10
STEELE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER Government - Local	SALMON	$22,187	$16,640-25%	$5,464 – $22,187	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S WOOD RIVER MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	KETCHUM	$35,148	$35,148	$5,223 – $21,505	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	BOISE	$41,031	$41,031	$7,357 – $36,928	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S ELMORE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MOUNTAIN HOME	$41,031	$41,031	$7,357 – $36,928	0.1/10
ST LUKES MAGIC VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	TWIN FALLS	$44,786	$44,786	$5,637 – $25,242	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S JEROME Voluntary non-profit - Private	JEROME	$44,786	$44,786	$5,637 – $25,242	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S NAMPA MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	NAMPA	$47,231	$47,231	$5,637 – $25,242	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S MCCALL Proprietary	MCCALL	$49,256	$49,256	$5,032 – $25,242	0.1/10
KOOTENAI HEALTH Government - Hospital District or Authority	COEUR D'ALENE	N/A	N/A	$6,013 – $19,288	0.1/10
IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, LLC Proprietary	IDAHO FALLS	N/A	N/A	$11,115 – $15,531	0.1/10
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	LEWISTON	N/A	N/A	$20,572 – $30,081	0.1/10
WEST VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	CALDWELL	N/A	N/A	$8,254 – $39,129	0.1/10
EASTERN IDAHO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	IDAHO FALLS	N/A	N/A	$610 – $32,235	0.1/10
NORTHWEST SPECIALTY HOSPITAL Proprietary	POST FALLS	N/A	N/A	$4,080 – $8,731	0.1/10
MADISON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Local	REXBURG	N/A	N/A	$10,947 – $10,947	0.1/10
MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL Physician	IDAHO FALLS	N/A	N/A	$600 – $35,697	0.1/10
CASSIA REGIONAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	BURLEY	N/A	N/A	$16,327 – $17,924	0.1/10

SAINT ALPHONSUS MEDICAL CENTER - NAMPA

NAMPA, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$19,273

Cash Price

$12,528-35%

Negotiated Range

$6,868 – $35,073

SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

BOISE, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

$24,073

Cash Price

$15,647-35%

Negotiated Range

$6,879 – $33,572

STEELE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

SALMON, ID · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

$22,187

Cash Price

$16,640-25%

Negotiated Range

$5,464 – $22,187

ST LUKE'S WOOD RIVER MEDICAL CENTER

KETCHUM, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$35,148

Cash Price

$35,148

Negotiated Range

$5,223 – $21,505

ST LUKE'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

BOISE, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$41,031

Cash Price

$41,031

Negotiated Range

$7,357 – $36,928

ST LUKE'S ELMORE MEDICAL CENTER

MOUNTAIN HOME, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$41,031

Cash Price

$41,031

Negotiated Range

$7,357 – $36,928

ST LUKES MAGIC VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

TWIN FALLS, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$44,786

Cash Price

$44,786

Negotiated Range

$5,637 – $25,242

ST LUKE'S JEROME

JEROME, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$44,786

Cash Price

$44,786

Negotiated Range

$5,637 – $25,242

ST LUKE'S NAMPA MEDICAL CENTER

NAMPA, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$47,231

Cash Price

$47,231

Negotiated Range

$5,637 – $25,242

ST LUKE'S MCCALL

MCCALL, ID · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$49,256

Cash Price

$49,256

Negotiated Range

$5,032 – $25,242

KOOTENAI HEALTH

COEUR D'ALENE, ID · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,013 – $19,288

IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, LLC

IDAHO FALLS, ID · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,115 – $15,531

ST JOSEPH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

LEWISTON, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$20,572 – $30,081

WEST VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER

CALDWELL, ID · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,254 – $39,129

EASTERN IDAHO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

IDAHO FALLS, ID · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$610 – $32,235

NORTHWEST SPECIALTY HOSPITAL

POST FALLS, ID · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,080 – $8,731

MADISON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

REXBURG, ID · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,947 – $10,947

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL

IDAHO FALLS, ID · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$600 – $35,697

CASSIA REGIONAL HOSPITAL

BURLEY, ID · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$16,327 – $17,924

C-Section Cost in Other States

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What Affects C-Section Cost in Idaho

The cost of c-section in Idaho 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 19 hospitals in Idaho, c-section prices range from $19,273 to $49,256 — a 2.6x 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 Idaho

C-section in Idaho 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 Idaho

Self-pay patients in Idaho often have access to significantly discounted rates for c-section. Under federal price transparency rules (45 CFR § 180.50), hospitals must publish their discounted cash prices alongside standard charges.

In Idaho, the average cash price for c-section is $34,809, which is 6% lower than the average list price of $36,880. 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 Idaho

How much does C-Section cost in Idaho?▼

The average cash price for c-section in Idaho is $34,809. Prices range from $19,273 to $49,256 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

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

Hospital prices for c-section in Idaho 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 Idaho, the average cash price for c-section is $34,809, which is 6% below the average list price of $36,880. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

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

The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in Idaho 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.