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MS-DRG 788New York

C-Section Cost in New York (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

A hospital C-section (cesarean delivery) costs $22,140 on average without insurance in New York, based on CMS inpatient MS-DRG 788 data from 77 hospitals. Published cash prices range from $313 to $132,494 for the full hospital stay — not a single line-item charge. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not national estimates.

77 hospitals in New York report pricing for c-section. The average cash price is $22,140.

Hospitals

77

in New York

Average List Price

$48,304

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$22,140

54% below list price

Price Range

$313 – $132,494

423.7x spread

Hospital Prices in New York

Sorted by lowest cash price
WESTFIELD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC

WESTFIELD, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

2.8/10

List Price

$313

Cash Price

$69-78%

MONTEFIORE ST LUKE'S CORNWALL

NEWBURGH, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$6,810

Negotiated Range

$4,340$27,955

ARNOT OGDEN MEDICAL CENTER

ELMIRA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$7,109

Cash Price

$7,109

Negotiated Range

$4,889$14,126

HIGHLAND HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$8,121

Negotiated Range

$8,064$12,014

ST JAMES HOSPITAL

HORNELL, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$9,292

Negotiated Range

$5,018$9,292

F F THOMPSON HOSPITAL

CANANDAIGUA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$9,328

Negotiated Range

$7,396$12,670

JONES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WELLSVILLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$9,348

Negotiated Range

$4,969$9,348

NICHOLAS H NOYES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

DANSVILLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$9,536

Negotiated Range

$5,134$13,487

STRONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$11,818

Negotiated Range

$11,548$16,947

ST ANTHONY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

WARWICK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

7.6/10

List Price

$86,219

Cash Price

$12,297-86%

Negotiated Range

$4,056$86,219

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL OF SUFFERN

SUFFERN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.6/10

List Price

$103,560

Cash Price

$12,689-88%

Negotiated Range

$4,056$103,560

ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL HEALTH CENTER

SYRACUSE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.5/10

List Price

$20,106

Cash Price

$13,069-35%

Negotiated Range

$8,054$16,455

SAMARITAN HOSPITAL OF TROY, NEW YORK

TROY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$21,724

Cash Price

$14,121-35%

Negotiated Range

$3,000$25,250

ELLIS HOSPITAL

SCHENECTADY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

$30,949

Cash Price

$15,475-50%

Negotiated Range

$11,700$27,854

WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER

VALHALLA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

6.7/10

List Price

$132,494

Cash Price

$15,681-88%

Negotiated Range

$4,392$132,494

SISTERS OF CHARITY HOSPITAL

BUFFALO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.7/10

List Price

$26,974

Cash Price

$30,436

Negotiated Range

$4,877$17,424

KENMORE MERCY HOSPITAL

KENMORE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$37,606

Cash Price

$30,436-19%

Negotiated Range

$5,055$17,424

MERCY HOSPITAL OF BUFFALO

BUFFALO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.7/10

List Price

$37,606

Cash Price

$30,436-19%

Negotiated Range

$5,055$17,424

MOUNT ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL & HEALTH CENTER

LEWISTON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$37,606

Cash Price

$30,436-19%

Negotiated Range

$5,055$17,424

HUDSON VALLEY HOSPITAL CENTER

CORTLANDT MANOR, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$70,191

Cash Price

$70,191

Negotiated Range

$8,506$63,753

NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN/QUEENS

FLUSHING, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$70,191

Cash Price

$70,191

Negotiated Range

$8,506$63,753

NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL

NEW YORK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

$70,191

Cash Price

$70,191

Negotiated Range

$8,506$63,753

ST MARY'S HEALTHCARE

AMSTERDAM, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.5/10

List Price

$20,025

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,745$18,023

GARNET HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

MIDDLETOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,417$34,706

UPMC CHAUTAUQUA AT WCA

JAMESTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,128$9,630

ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL HOSPITAL AT SOUTH SHORE

FAR ROCKAWAY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,748$21,581

MERCY MEDICAL CENTER

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,664$999,999,999

METROPOLITAN HOSPITAL CENTER

NEW YORK, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$65,169

ST CHARLES HOSPITAL

PORT JEFFERSON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,778$29,238

MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER

BRONX, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.4/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,038$54,745

MOUNT SINAI WEST

NEW YORK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

7.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$14,579$42,587

GENEVA GENERAL HOSPITAL

GENEVA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,439$12,516

SUNY/STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

STONY BROOK, NY · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,471$17,834

NORTHERN DUTCHESS HOSPITAL

RHINEBECK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,095$27,534

CAYUGA MEDICAL CENTER AT ITHACA

ITHACA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,336$13,083

BELLEVUE HOSPITAL CENTER

NEW YORK, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$40,917

CHENANGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

NORWICH, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,780$16,019

KALEIDA HEALTH

BUFFALO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,816$27,466

GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL

GLENS FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,300$16,646

OSWEGO HOSPITAL

OSWEGO, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$9,358$15,312

ELMHURST HOSPITAL CENTER

ELMHURST, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$40,153

NIAGARA FALLS MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

NIAGARA FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,574$12,215

ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL

ALBANY, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,707$28,579

BROOKLYN HOSPITAL CENTER - DOWNTOWN CAMPUS

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,250$31,084

MONTEFIORE NEW ROCHELLE HOSPITAL

NEW ROCHELLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,234$27,955

SCHUYLER HOSPITAL

MONTOUR FALLS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,867$11,508

JAMAICA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

JAMAICA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$500$21,449

FLUSHING HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

FLUSHING, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$500$24,174

BROOKS-TLC HOSPITAL SYSTEM, INC

DUNKIRK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,261$20,490

OLEAN GENERAL HOSPITAL

OLEAN, NY · Proprietary

4.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,553$17,307

PUTNAM HOSPITAL CENTER

CARMEL, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,561$26,184

COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

HUDSON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,946$18,052

QUEENS HOSPITAL CENTER

JAMAICA, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$43,669

GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER

WEST ISLIP, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,550$37,919

WOODHULL MEDICAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$46,830

SAMARITAN MEDICAL CENTER

WATERTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,132$13,667

SOUTH BROOKLYN HEALTH

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$21,852

ST JOHN'S RIVERSIDE HOSPITAL

YONKERS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,668$17,508

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL S U N Y HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER

SYRACUSE, NY · Government - State

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$10,187$20,901

UNITED HEALTH SERVICES HOSPITALS, INC

BINGHAMTON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,014$19,809

KINGS COUNTY HOSPITAL CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$37,417

BERTRAND CHAFFEE HOSPITAL

SPRINGVILLE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,436$11,013

MOUNT SINAI SOUTH NASSAU

OCEANSIDE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$17,593$44,751

LINCOLN MEDICAL & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER

BRONX, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$40,482

VASSAR BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER

POUGHKEEPSIE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,044$54,408

CROUSE HOSPITAL

SYRACUSE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,898$17,335

ST CATHERINE OF SIENA HOSPITAL

SMITHTOWN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,095$999,999,999

WYOMING COUNTY

WARSAW, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$134$977

ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL - THE HEART CENTER

ROSLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Church

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,327$999,999,999

ST BARNABAS HOSPITAL

BRONX, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$12,607$34,371

JACOBI MEDICAL CENTER

BRONX, NY · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,358$25,852

MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL

NEW YORK, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

8.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$11,886$29,155

GARNET HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER CATSKILLS

HARRIS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.6/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,744$28,419

WYCKOFF HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER

BROOKLYN, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

4.3/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,659$17,666

MONTEFIORE MOUNT VERNON HOSPITAL

MOUNT VERNON, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

6.8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,234$27,955

CHSLI ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL

BETHPAGE, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

8/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,215$999,999,999

WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL CENTER

WHITE PLAINS, NY · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,161$63,831

C-Section Cost by City in New York

C-Section Cost in Other States

What Affects C-Section Cost in New York

Hospital charges for c-section in New York vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

For c-section in New York, the choice of facility can mean thousands of dollars in price difference. Teaching hospitals and major health systems typically maintain higher chargemaster rates, while community hospitals and outpatient centers may offer competitive self-pay pricing.

Based on data from 77 hospitals in New York, c-section prices range from $313 to $132,494 — a 423.7x 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 York

C-section in New York 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 New York

If you're paying out of pocket for c-section in New York, 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 York, the average cash price for c-section is $22,140, which is 54% lower than the average list price of $48,304. 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 New York

How much does C-Section cost in New York?
The average cash price for c-section in New York is $22,140. Prices range from $313 to $132,494 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.
Why do C-Section prices vary so much in New York?
Hospital prices for c-section in New York 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 York, the average cash price for c-section is $22,140, which is 54% below the average list price of $48,304. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.
What is the cheapest hospital for C-Section in New York?
The cheapest hospital depends on current published rates. Use the price comparison table above to see which facility in New York 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.

Want the true total cost of CESAREAN SECTION WITHOUT STERILIZATION WITHOUT CC/MCC?

Total Care Cost surfaces bundled facility and professional pricing so you can compare options and cut out-of-pocket surprises before you schedule.

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.