MS-DRG 788Oklahoma

C-Section Cost in Oklahoma (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

A hospital C-section (cesarean delivery) costs $8,149 on average without insurance in Oklahoma, based on CMS inpatient MS-DRG 788 data from 46 hospitals. Published cash prices range from $12,249 to $45,349 for the full hospital stay — not a single line-item charge. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files, not national estimates.

46 hospitals in Oklahoma report pricing for c-section. The average cash price is $8,149.

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Hospitals

in Oklahoma

Average List Price

$25,022

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$8,149

67% below list price

Price Range

$12,249 – $45,349

3.7x spread

Hospital Prices in Oklahoma

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	CHICKASHA	N/A	$0	$6,703 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
JEFFERSON COUNTY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WAURIKA	N/A	$2,486	$3,825 – $20,532	0.1/10
BAILEY MEDICAL CENTER, LLC Proprietary	OWASSO	$19,363	$5,809-70%	$2,550 – $14,147	0.1/10
NORTHEASTERN HEALTH SYSTEM Government - Hospital District or Authority	TAHLEQUAH	$12,249	$6,125-50%	$222 – $21,745	0.1/10
COMANCHE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	LAWTON	N/A	$6,937	$2,338 – $14,830	0.1/10
HILLCREST HOSPITAL SOUTH Proprietary	TULSA	$27,779	$8,334-70%	$2,550 – $16,338	0.1/10
HILLCREST HOSPITAL CLAREMORE Proprietary	CLAREMORE	$29,766	$8,930-70%	$5,690 – $11,675	0.1/10
MCALESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	MCALESTER	N/A	$10,409	$700 – $13,578	0.1/10
WEATHERFORD REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC OF WEATHERFORD Government - Hospital District or Authority	WEATHERFORD	$15,626	$12,501-20%	$2,891 – $14,845	0.1/10
HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER Standalone (Needs Review)	TULSA	$45,349	$13,605-70%	$2,550 – $16,890	0.1/10
DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC	DUNCAN	N/A	$14,500	$7,250 – $20,532	0.1/10
INTEGRIS HEALTH PONCA CITY Standalone (Needs Review)	PONCA CITY	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $10,781	0.1/10
INTEGRIS HEALTH EDMOND HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	EDMOND	N/A	N/A	$2,578 – $9,964	0.1/10
INTEGRIS GROVE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GROVE	N/A	N/A	$3,810 – $9,359	0.1/10
INTEGRIS CANADIAN VALLEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	YUKON	N/A	N/A	$5,044 – $47,590	0.1/10
SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - SHAWNEE Voluntary non-profit - Private	SHAWNEE	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $10,856	0.1/10
STILLWATER MEDICAL - PERRY Government - Hospital District or Authority	PERRY	N/A	N/A	$7,000 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - OKLAHOMA CITY Voluntary non-profit - Church	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$2,338 – $14,043	0.1/10
HARMON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	HOLLIS	N/A	N/A	$2,000 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
STILLWATER MEDICAL-BLACKWELL Government - Hospital District or Authority	BLACKWELL	N/A	N/A	$7,000 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
STILLWATER MEDICAL CENTER Government - Hospital District or Authority	STILLWATER	N/A	N/A	$7,000 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
HOLDENVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	HOLDENVILLE	N/A	N/A	$2,649 – $10,693	0.1/10
INTEGRIS BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER, INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$2,674 – $19,131	0.1/10
BEAVER COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	BEAVER	N/A	N/A	$2,100 – $10,853	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST JOHN NOWATA Voluntary non-profit - Private	NOWATA	N/A	N/A	$700 – $7,896	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST JOHN SAPULPA Voluntary non-profit - Private	SAPULPA	N/A	N/A	$700 – $7,896	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST JOHN JANE PHILLIPS Voluntary non-profit - Private	BARTLESVILLE	N/A	N/A	$700 – $12,095	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST JOHN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	TULSA	N/A	N/A	$700 – $12,629	0.1/10
ASCENSION ST JOHN BROKEN ARROW Voluntary non-profit - Private	BROKEN ARROW	N/A	N/A	$700 – $11,728	0.1/10
ALLIANCEHEALTH WOODWARD Proprietary	WOODWARD	N/A	N/A	$2,696 – $16,371	0.1/10
ALLIANCEHEALTH MADILL Voluntary non-profit - Other	MADILL	N/A	N/A	$2,599 – $18,681	0.1/10
ALLIANCEHEALTH DURANT Proprietary	DURANT	N/A	N/A	$1,034 – $18,681	0.1/10
ST MARY'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Proprietary	ENID	N/A	N/A	$6,417 – $13,249	0.1/10
NORMAN REGIONAL Government - Hospital District or Authority	NORMAN	N/A	N/A	$2,338 – $12,318	0.1/10
ST JOHN OWASSO Voluntary non-profit - Private	OWASSO	N/A	N/A	$700 – $12,107	0.1/10
OKLAHOMA CENTER FOR ORTHOPAEDIC & MULTI-SP Physician	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$1,300 – $999,999,999	0.1/10
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL, INC Voluntary non-profit - Private	TULSA	N/A	N/A	$2,550 – $12,575	0.1/10
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL SOUTH, LLC Voluntary non-profit - Private	TULSA	N/A	N/A	$2,338 – $11,910	0.1/10
SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL MUSKOGEE Voluntary non-profit - Private	MUSKOGEE	N/A	N/A	$2,338 – $17,254	0.1/10
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Other	TULSA	N/A	N/A	$5,035 – $11,525	0.1/10
OKLAHOMA SURGICAL HOSPITAL, LLC Physician	TULSA	N/A	N/A	$4,893 – $9,640	0.1/10
O U MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$6,084 – $28,435	0.1/10
LAKESIDE WOMEN'S HOSPITAL, A MEMBER OF INTEGRIS HE Voluntary non-profit - Private	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$3,329 – $18,415	0.1/10
INTEGRIS SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	OKLAHOMA CITY	N/A	N/A	$6,325 – $15,447	0.1/10
INTEGRIS MIAMI HOSPITAL Standalone (Needs Review)	MIAMI	N/A	N/A	$3,429 – $14,062	0.1/10
INTEGRIS HEALTH ENID HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ENID	N/A	N/A	$7,964 – $12,287	0.1/10

GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

CHICKASHA, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

Negotiated Range

$6,703 – $999,999,999

JEFFERSON COUNTY HOSPITAL

WAURIKA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$2,486

Negotiated Range

$3,825 – $20,532

BAILEY MEDICAL CENTER, LLC

OWASSO, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$19,363

Cash Price

$5,809-70%

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $14,147

NORTHEASTERN HEALTH SYSTEM

TAHLEQUAH, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$12,249

Cash Price

$6,125-50%

Negotiated Range

$222 – $21,745

COMANCHE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

LAWTON, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$6,937

Negotiated Range

$2,338 – $14,830

HILLCREST HOSPITAL SOUTH

TULSA, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$27,779

Cash Price

$8,334-70%

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $16,338

HILLCREST HOSPITAL CLAREMORE

CLAREMORE, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$29,766

Cash Price

$8,930-70%

Negotiated Range

$5,690 – $11,675

MCALESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

MCALESTER, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$10,409

Negotiated Range

$700 – $13,578

WEATHERFORD REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC OF WEATHERFORD

WEATHERFORD, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

$15,626

Cash Price

$12,501-20%

Negotiated Range

$2,891 – $14,845

HILLCREST MEDICAL CENTER

TULSA, OK · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

$45,349

Cash Price

$13,605-70%

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $16,890

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL, INC

DUNCAN, OK · DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL INC

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$14,500

Negotiated Range

$7,250 – $20,532

INTEGRIS HEALTH PONCA CITY

PONCA CITY, OK · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $10,781

INTEGRIS HEALTH EDMOND HOSPITAL

EDMOND, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,578 – $9,964

INTEGRIS GROVE HOSPITAL

GROVE, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,810 – $9,359

INTEGRIS CANADIAN VALLEY HOSPITAL

YUKON, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,044 – $47,590

SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - SHAWNEE

SHAWNEE, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $10,856

STILLWATER MEDICAL - PERRY

PERRY, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,000 – $999,999,999

SSM HEALTH ST ANTHONY HOSPITAL - OKLAHOMA CITY

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,338 – $14,043

HARMON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

HOLLIS, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,000 – $999,999,999

STILLWATER MEDICAL-BLACKWELL

BLACKWELL, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,000 – $999,999,999

STILLWATER MEDICAL CENTER

STILLWATER, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,000 – $999,999,999

HOLDENVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL

HOLDENVILLE, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,649 – $10,693

INTEGRIS BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER, INC

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,674 – $19,131

BEAVER COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

BEAVER, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,100 – $10,853

ASCENSION ST JOHN NOWATA

NOWATA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $7,896

ASCENSION ST JOHN SAPULPA

SAPULPA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $7,896

ASCENSION ST JOHN JANE PHILLIPS

BARTLESVILLE, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $12,095

ASCENSION ST JOHN MEDICAL CENTER

TULSA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $12,629

ASCENSION ST JOHN BROKEN ARROW

BROKEN ARROW, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $11,728

ALLIANCEHEALTH WOODWARD

WOODWARD, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,696 – $16,371

ALLIANCEHEALTH MADILL

MADILL, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,599 – $18,681

ALLIANCEHEALTH DURANT

DURANT, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,034 – $18,681

ST MARY'S REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ENID, OK · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,417 – $13,249

NORMAN REGIONAL

NORMAN, OK · Government - Hospital District or Authority

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,338 – $12,318

ST JOHN OWASSO

OWASSO, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$700 – $12,107

OKLAHOMA CENTER FOR ORTHOPAEDIC & MULTI-SP

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,300 – $999,999,999

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL, INC

TULSA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,550 – $12,575

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL SOUTH, LLC

TULSA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,338 – $11,910

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL MUSKOGEE

MUSKOGEE, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,338 – $17,254

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

TULSA, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,035 – $11,525

OKLAHOMA SURGICAL HOSPITAL, LLC

TULSA, OK · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,893 – $9,640

O U MEDICAL CENTER

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,084 – $28,435

LAKESIDE WOMEN'S HOSPITAL, A MEMBER OF INTEGRIS HE

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,329 – $18,415

INTEGRIS SOUTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,325 – $15,447

INTEGRIS MIAMI HOSPITAL

MIAMI, OK · Standalone (Needs Review)

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,429 – $14,062

INTEGRIS HEALTH ENID HOSPITAL

ENID, OK · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$7,964 – $12,287

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What Affects C-Section Cost in Oklahoma

The cost of c-section in Oklahoma 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 46 hospitals in Oklahoma, c-section prices range from $12,249 to $45,349 — a 3.7x 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 Oklahoma

The setting where c-section is performed in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma

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

In Oklahoma, the average cash price for c-section is $8,149, which is 67% lower than the average list price of $25,022. 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 Oklahoma

How much does C-Section cost in Oklahoma?▼

The average cash price for c-section in Oklahoma is $8,149. Prices range from $12,249 to $45,349 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

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

Hospital prices for c-section in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma, the average cash price for c-section is $8,149, which is 67% below the average list price of $25,022. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

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

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