MS-DRG 788New Jersey

C-Section Cost in New Jersey (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

A hospital C-section (cesarean delivery) costs $9,851 on average without insurance in New Jersey, based on CMS inpatient MS-DRG 788 data from 42 hospitals. Published cash prices range from $28,294 to $47,686 for the full hospital stay — not a single line-item charge. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not national estimates.

42 hospitals in New Jersey report pricing for c-section. The average cash price is $9,851.

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Hospitals

in New Jersey

Average List Price

$33,553

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$9,851

71% below list price

Price Range

$28,294 – $47,686

1.7x spread

Hospital Prices in New Jersey

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
SOUTHERN OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MANAHAWKIN	N/A	$6,560	$6,458 – $30,627	0.1/10
OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	BRICK	N/A	$7,467	$7,241 – $36,907	0.1/10
RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	RED BANK	N/A	$7,675	$6,611 – $42,870	0.1/10
BAYSHORE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HOLMDEL	N/A	$7,675	$6,647 – $38,151	0.1/10
JERSEY SHORE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEPTUNE	N/A	$7,675	$6,716 – $51,764	0.1/10
JFK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	EDISON	N/A	$7,899	$4,720 – $34,627	0.1/10
CENTRASTATE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	FREEHOLD	$29,613	$8,446-71%	$4,389 – $21,925	0.1/10
HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	TEANECK	N/A	$8,500	$7,206 – $20,589	0.1/10
CHILTON MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	POMPTON PLAINS	$47,686	$9,490-80%	$500 – $24,854	0.1/10
MORRISTOWN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	MORRISTOWN	$28,294	$10,619-62%	$2,552 – $22,684	0.1/10
OVERLOOK MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	SUMMIT	$31,085	$10,692-66%	$1,531 – $26,642	0.1/10
AHS HOSPITAL CORP Voluntary non-profit - Private	HACKETTSTOWN	$31,085	$10,692-66%	$4,389 – $27,643	0.1/10
PALISADES MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	NORTH BERGEN	N/A	$10,886	$5,441 – $33,296	0.1/10
CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE	N/A	$11,172	$4,432 – $14,540	0.1/10
THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Government - State	NEWARK	N/A	$22,319	$8,487 – $35,134	0.1/10
JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	JERSEY CITY	N/A	N/A	$6,936 – $22,494	0.1/10
NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEWARK	N/A	N/A	$6,936 – $22,169	0.1/10
VALLEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PARAMUS	N/A	N/A	$5,587 – $38,578	0.1/10
VIRTUA OUR LADY OF LOURDES HOSPITAL Government - State	CAMDEN	N/A	N/A	$7,226 – $23,753	0.1/10
VIRTUA MOUNT HOLLY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MOUNT HOLLY	N/A	N/A	$7,226 – $23,753	0.1/10
CAREWELL HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	EAST ORANGE	N/A	N/A	$7,284 – $13,643	0.1/10
SHORE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	SOMERS POINT	N/A	N/A	$7,423 – $22,270	0.1/10
TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	ELIZABETH	N/A	N/A	$6,766 – $16,033	0.1/10
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	NEW BRUNSWICK	N/A	N/A	$8,742 – $24,251	0.1/10
ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC Voluntary non-profit - Church	PATERSON	N/A	N/A	$6,251 – $35,473	0.1/10
VIRTUA WILLINGBORO HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WILLINGBORO	N/A	N/A	$7,226 – $23,753	0.1/10
ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	ENGLEWOOD	N/A	N/A	$2,873 – $39,055	0.1/10
COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	TOMS RIVER	N/A	N/A	$6,936 – $20,917	0.1/10
INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER MULLICA HILL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ELMER	N/A	N/A	$8,888 – $27,696	0.1/10
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF PRINCETON AT PLAINSBORO Voluntary non-profit - Private	PLAINSBORO	N/A	N/A	$1,611 – $23,905	0.1/10
INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER VINELAND Voluntary non-profit - Private	VINELAND	N/A	N/A	$10,146 – $27,696	0.1/10
MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	LONG BRANCH	N/A	N/A	$6,936 – $21,569	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S WARREN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PHILLIPSBURG	N/A	N/A	$8,521 – $12,448	0.1/10
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH CARRIER CLINIC Voluntary non-profit - Private	BELLE MEAD	N/A	N/A	$2,003 – $47,353	0.1/10
HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HACKENSACK	N/A	N/A	$2,003 – $47,353	0.1/10
WEST JERSEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	VOORHEES	N/A	N/A	$7,226 – $23,753	0.1/10
COOPERMAN BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	LIVINGSTON	N/A	N/A	$6,936 – $22,494	0.1/10
JEFFERSON STRATFORD HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	STRATFORD	N/A	N/A	$1,780 – $20,602	0.1/10
BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	PARAMUS	N/A	N/A	$7,245 – $27,496	0.1/10
CAPITAL HEALTH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	TRENTON	N/A	N/A	$6,427 – $24,792	0.1/10
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL - SOMERSET Voluntary non-profit - Private	SOMERVILLE	N/A	N/A	$7,800 – $20,484	0.1/10
DEBORAH HEART AND LUNG CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	BROWNS MILLS	N/A	N/A	$7,315 – $23,584	0.1/10

SOUTHERN OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER

MANAHAWKIN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$6,560

Negotiated Range

$6,458 – $30,627

OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER

BRICK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$7,467

Negotiated Range

$7,241 – $36,907

RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

RED BANK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$7,675

Negotiated Range

$6,611 – $42,870

BAYSHORE MEDICAL CENTER

HOLMDEL, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$7,675

Negotiated Range

$6,647 – $38,151

JERSEY SHORE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

NEPTUNE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$7,675

Negotiated Range

$6,716 – $51,764

JFK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

EDISON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$7,899

Negotiated Range

$4,720 – $34,627

CENTRASTATE MEDICAL CENTER

FREEHOLD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$29,613

Cash Price

$8,446-71%

Negotiated Range

$4,389 – $21,925

HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER

TEANECK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$8,500

Negotiated Range

$7,206 – $20,589

CHILTON MEDICAL CENTER

POMPTON PLAINS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$47,686

Cash Price

$9,490-80%

Negotiated Range

$500 – $24,854

MORRISTOWN MEDICAL CENTER

MORRISTOWN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$28,294

Cash Price

$10,619-62%

Negotiated Range

$2,552 – $22,684

OVERLOOK MEDICAL CENTER

SUMMIT, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$31,085

Cash Price

$10,692-66%

Negotiated Range

$1,531 – $26,642

AHS HOSPITAL CORP

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$31,085

Cash Price

$10,692-66%

Negotiated Range

$4,389 – $27,643

PALISADES MEDICAL CENTER

NORTH BERGEN, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$10,886

Negotiated Range

$5,441 – $33,296

CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$11,172

Negotiated Range

$4,432 – $14,540

THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

NEWARK, NJ · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$22,319

Negotiated Range

$8,487 – $35,134

JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER

JERSEY CITY, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,936 – $22,494

NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER

NEWARK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,936 – $22,169

VALLEY HOSPITAL

PARAMUS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,587 – $38,578

VIRTUA OUR LADY OF LOURDES HOSPITAL

CAMDEN, NJ · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,226 – $23,753

VIRTUA MOUNT HOLLY HOSPITAL

MOUNT HOLLY, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,226 – $23,753

CAREWELL HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

EAST ORANGE, NJ · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,284 – $13,643

SHORE MEDICAL CENTER

SOMERS POINT, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,423 – $22,270

TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ELIZABETH, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,766 – $16,033

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,742 – $24,251

ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC

PATERSON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,251 – $35,473

VIRTUA WILLINGBORO HOSPITAL

WILLINGBORO, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,226 – $23,753

ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

ENGLEWOOD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,873 – $39,055

COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER

TOMS RIVER, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,936 – $20,917

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER MULLICA HILL

ELMER, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,888 – $27,696

UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF PRINCETON AT PLAINSBORO

PLAINSBORO, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,611 – $23,905

INSPIRA MEDICAL CENTER VINELAND

VINELAND, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,146 – $27,696

MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER

LONG BRANCH, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,936 – $21,569

ST LUKE'S WARREN HOSPITAL

PHILLIPSBURG, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,521 – $12,448

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH CARRIER CLINIC

BELLE MEAD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,003 – $47,353

HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

HACKENSACK, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,003 – $47,353

WEST JERSEY HOSPITAL

VOORHEES, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,226 – $23,753

COOPERMAN BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER

LIVINGSTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,936 – $22,494

JEFFERSON STRATFORD HOSPITAL

STRATFORD, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,780 – $20,602

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

PARAMUS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,245 – $27,496

CAPITAL HEALTH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

TRENTON, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,427 – $24,792

ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL - SOMERSET

SOMERVILLE, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,800 – $20,484

DEBORAH HEART AND LUNG CENTER

BROWNS MILLS, NJ · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,315 – $23,584

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What Affects C-Section Cost in New Jersey

The cost of c-section in New Jersey 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 42 hospitals in New Jersey, c-section prices range from $28,294 to $47,686 — a 1.7x 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 New Jersey

The setting where c-section is performed in New Jersey significantly impacts total cost. Hospital inpatient stays are the most expensive, followed by hospital outpatient departments, then ambulatory surgery centers.

For patients who are medically appropriate for outpatient surgery, ASCs offer a compelling combination of lower cost and shorter wait times. Many are physician-owned and focus exclusively on surgical care.

Discuss options with your surgeon and, if you're self-pay, ask about pricing at each available setting before scheduling.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in New Jersey

If you're paying out of pocket for c-section in New Jersey, you may be able to negotiate a rate lower than the hospital's published list price. Federal law requires hospitals to post cash-pay rates, making it easier to compare options before scheduling.

In New Jersey, the average cash price for c-section is $9,851, which is 71% lower than the average list price of $33,553. This discount is typical of what self-pay patients can expect when asking for the hospital's uninsured rate.

For insured patients, the negotiated rate between your plan and the hospital determines your cost share. If you haven't met your deductible, you may pay more than the cash price. It's worth asking the hospital whether their self-pay rate is lower than what your insurance would charge — some patients save money by not filing a claim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About C-Section Cost in New Jersey

How much does C-Section cost in New Jersey?▼

The average cash price for c-section in New Jersey is $9,851. Prices range from $28,294 to $47,686 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

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

Hospital prices for c-section in New Jersey 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 New Jersey, the average cash price for c-section is $9,851, which is 71% below the average list price of $33,553. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

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

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