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Lumbar Discectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

Last updated: May 2026

The average lumbar discectomy cost in Pennsylvania is $9,370 without insurance across 61 reporting hospitals. Published list prices in Pennsylvania range from $2,013 to $62,357. For example, among hospitals in our comparison table, FORBES HOSPITAL (MONROEVILLE) lists about $571 while WELLSPAN YORK HOSPITAL (YORK) lists about $39,439. Ambulatory surgery centers in Pennsylvania often publish lower cash rates than hospital outpatient departments for the same CPT code when clinically appropriate.

Lumbar Discectomy costs an average of $9,370 (cash/self-pay price) in Pennsylvania, based on data from 61 hospitals reporting to MyCareCost. Prices range from $2,013 to $62,357 depending on the hospital and facility type. These figures come from hospital machine-readable price transparency files published under federal CMS rules, not estimates.

61 hospitals in Pennsylvania report pricing for lumbar discectomy. The average cash price is $9,370.

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Hospitals

in Pennsylvania

Average List Price

$19,088

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$9,370

51% below list price

Price Range

$2,013 – $62,357

31.0x spread

Hospital Prices in Pennsylvania

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
FORBES HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MONROEVILLE	$2,594	$571-78%	$82 – $16,231	0.1/10
SAINT VINCENT HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ERIE	$2,594	$571-78%	$82 – $16,231	0.1/10
GROVE CITY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	GROVE CITY	$2,594	$571-78%	$82 – $16,231	0.1/10
CANONSBURG GENERAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CANONSBURG	$2,594	$571-78%	$82 – $16,231	0.1/10
JEFFERSON HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	JEFFERSON HILLS	$2,594	$571-78%	$82 – $16,231	0.1/10
JEFFERSON ABINGTON HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ABINGTON	$4,840	$1,087-78%	$145 – $15,444	0.1/10
UPMC COLE Voluntary non-profit - Private	COUDERSPORT	$2,013	$1,208-40%	$241 – $5,150	0.1/10
OSS ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL Proprietary	YORK	$3,011	$1,506-50%	—	0.1/10
ST CLAIR HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PITTSBURGH	$20,353	$5,050-75%	$854 – $23,194	0.1/10
PHYSICIANS CARE SURGICAL HOSPITAL Physician	ROYERSFORD	$25,273	$7,395-71%	$900 – $46,541	0.1/10
ROXBOROUGH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	PHILADELPHIA	$9,168	$7,418-19%	$776 – $9,168	0.1/10
SUBURBAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	NORRISTOWN	$9,168	$7,418-19%	$776 – $9,168	0.1/10
JEFFERSON EINSTEIN PHILADELPHIA HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	PHILADELPHIA	N/A	$8,376	$1,009 – $28,821	0.1/10
JEFFERSON EINSTEIN MONTGOMERY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	EAST NORRITON	N/A	$8,376	$1,009 – $28,821	0.1/10
SURGICAL INSTITUTE OF READING Physician	WYOMISSING	$21,959	$9,817-55%	$959 – $18,226	0.1/10
UNIONTOWN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	UNIONTOWN	$23,399	$11,700-50%	$172 – $15,614	0.1/10
WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL Proprietary	WILKES-BARRE	$59,674	$14,322-76%	$815 – $59,674	0.1/10
PENN STATE HEALTH HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	ENOLA	$46,434	$14,613-69%	$6,028 – $37,147	0.1/10
REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF SCRANTON Proprietary	SCRANTON	$62,357	$16,836-73%	$815 – $62,357	0.1/10
DOYLESTOWN HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	DOYLESTOWN	$23,955	$23,955	$3,622 – $13,429	0.1/10
ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	LANGHORNE	$38,104	$24,768-35%	$75 – $7,495	0.1/10
WELLSPAN YORK HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	YORK	N/A	$39,439	$970 – $43,117	0.1/10
UPMC NORTHWEST Voluntary non-profit - Other	SENECA	N/A	N/A	$2,774 – $7,492	0.1/10
UPMC MERCY Voluntary non-profit - Private	PITTSBURGH	N/A	N/A	$1,631 – $10,106	0.1/10
UPMC MEMORIAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	YORK	N/A	N/A	$1,017 – $24,141	0.1/10
UPMC MCKEESPORT HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MC KEESPORT	N/A	N/A	$1,647 – $8,316	0.1/10
UPMC HANOVER Voluntary non-profit - Private	HANOVER	N/A	N/A	$1,017 – $24,274	0.1/10
UPMC HAMOT Voluntary non-profit - Private	ERIE	N/A	N/A	$1,631 – $11,318	0.1/10
UPMC EAST Voluntary non-profit - Private	MONROEVILLE	N/A	N/A	$1,647 – $9,822	0.1/10
PENN HIGHLANDS MON VALLEY Voluntary non-profit - Private	MONONGAHELA	N/A	N/A	$131 – $15,569	0.1/10
UPMC CARLISLE Voluntary non-profit - Private	CARLISLE	N/A	N/A	$1,017 – $21,356	0.1/10
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PHILADELPHIA	N/A	N/A	$1,009 – $24,002	0.1/10
ST LUKES HOSPITAL BETHLEHEM Voluntary non-profit - Private	BETHLEHEM	N/A	N/A	$4,365 – $23,731	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - MONROE CAMPUS Voluntary non-profit - Private	STROUDSBURG	N/A	N/A	$6,254 – $17,733	0.1/10
PENN HIGHLANDS CONNELLSVILLE Voluntary non-profit - Private	CONNELLSVILLE	N/A	N/A	$132 – $13,139	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - ANDERSON CAMPUS Voluntary non-profit - Private	EASTON	N/A	N/A	$4,365 – $23,382	0.1/10
SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET Voluntary non-profit - Private	POTTSVILLE	N/A	N/A	$885 – $41,146	0.1/10
UPMC ALTOONA Voluntary non-profit - Private	ALTOONA	N/A	N/A	$1,631 – $7,356	0.1/10
RIDDLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	MEDIA	N/A	N/A	$3,924 – $10,247	0.1/10
PAOLI HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	PAOLI	N/A	N/A	$4,348 – $10,247	0.1/10
MAIN LINE HOSPITAL LANKENAU Voluntary non-profit - Private	WYNNEWOOD	N/A	N/A	$4,586 – $10,247	0.1/10
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - POCONO Voluntary non-profit - Private	EAST STROUDSBURG	N/A	N/A	$854 – $43,456	0.1/10
UPMC GREENE Voluntary non-profit - Private	WAYNESBURG	N/A	N/A	$5,449 – $14,643	0.1/10
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MACUNGIE Proprietary	MACUNGIE	N/A	N/A	$970 – $42,413	0.1/10
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - HAZLETON Voluntary non-profit - Other	HAZLETON	N/A	N/A	$892 – $41,146	0.1/10
GETTYSBURG HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	GETTYSBURG	N/A	N/A	$970 – $42,746	0.1/10
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - DICKSON CITY Voluntary non-profit - Private	DICKSON CITY	N/A	N/A	$854 – $40,076	0.1/10
LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	ALLENTOWN	N/A	N/A	$854 – $43,456	0.1/10
ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - GRAND VIEW CAMPUS Voluntary non-profit - Other	SELLERSVILLE	N/A	N/A	$1,401 – $19,708	0.1/10
CLARION HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	CLARION	N/A	N/A	$920 – $16,150	0.1/10
JEFFERSON HEALTH- NORTHEAST Voluntary non-profit - Private	PHILADELPHIA	N/A	N/A	$1,009 – $15,444	0.1/10
JEFFERSON LANSDALE HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LANSDALE	N/A	N/A	$954 – $15,444	0.1/10
INDEPENDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM BUTLER MEMORIAL HOSPITA Voluntary non-profit - Private	BUTLER	N/A	N/A	$40 – $17,625	0.1/10
MOUNT NITTANY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	STATE COLLEGE	N/A	N/A	$8,333 – $31,896	0.1/10
WELLSPAN SURGERY AND REHABILITATION HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	YORK	N/A	N/A	$970 – $34,453	0.1/10
HOLY REDEEMER HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Church	MEADOWBROOK	N/A	N/A	$282 – $13,885	0.1/10
WELLSPAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	LEWISBURG	N/A	N/A	$854 – $29,314	0.1/10
WELLSPAN EPHRATA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Other	EPHRATA	N/A	N/A	$970 – $31,639	0.1/10
UPMC ST MARGARET Voluntary non-profit - Private	PITTSBURGH	N/A	N/A	$1,647 – $9,822	0.1/10
UPMC SOMERSET Voluntary non-profit - Private	SOMERSET	N/A	N/A	$892 – $12,785	0.1/10
UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE Voluntary non-profit - Private	PITTSBURGH	N/A	N/A	$931 – $11,229	0.1/10

FORBES HOSPITAL

MONROEVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,594

Cash Price

$571-78%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $16,231

SAINT VINCENT HOSPITAL

ERIE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,594

Cash Price

$571-78%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $16,231

GROVE CITY MEDICAL CENTER

GROVE CITY, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,594

Cash Price

$571-78%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $16,231

CANONSBURG GENERAL HOSPITAL

CANONSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,594

Cash Price

$571-78%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $16,231

JEFFERSON HOSPITAL

JEFFERSON HILLS, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,594

Cash Price

$571-78%

Negotiated Range

$82 – $16,231

JEFFERSON ABINGTON HOSPITAL

ABINGTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$4,840

Cash Price

$1,087-78%

Negotiated Range

$145 – $15,444

UPMC COLE

COUDERSPORT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$2,013

Cash Price

$1,208-40%

Negotiated Range

$241 – $5,150

OSS ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL

YORK, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$3,011

Cash Price

$1,506-50%

ST CLAIR HOSPITAL

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$20,353

Cash Price

$5,050-75%

Negotiated Range

$854 – $23,194

PHYSICIANS CARE SURGICAL HOSPITAL

ROYERSFORD, PA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$25,273

Cash Price

$7,395-71%

Negotiated Range

$900 – $46,541

ROXBOROUGH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$9,168

Cash Price

$7,418-19%

Negotiated Range

$776 – $9,168

SUBURBAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

NORRISTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$9,168

Cash Price

$7,418-19%

Negotiated Range

$776 – $9,168

JEFFERSON EINSTEIN PHILADELPHIA HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$8,376

Negotiated Range

$1,009 – $28,821

JEFFERSON EINSTEIN MONTGOMERY HOSPITAL

EAST NORRITON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$8,376

Negotiated Range

$1,009 – $28,821

SURGICAL INSTITUTE OF READING

WYOMISSING, PA · Physician

0.1/10

List Price

$21,959

Cash Price

$9,817-55%

Negotiated Range

$959 – $18,226

UNIONTOWN HOSPITAL

UNIONTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$23,399

Cash Price

$11,700-50%

Negotiated Range

$172 – $15,614

WILKES-BARRE GENERAL HOSPITAL

WILKES-BARRE, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$59,674

Cash Price

$14,322-76%

Negotiated Range

$815 – $59,674

PENN STATE HEALTH HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER

ENOLA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$46,434

Cash Price

$14,613-69%

Negotiated Range

$6,028 – $37,147

REGIONAL HOSPITAL OF SCRANTON

SCRANTON, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

$62,357

Cash Price

$16,836-73%

Negotiated Range

$815 – $62,357

DOYLESTOWN HOSPITAL

DOYLESTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$23,955

Cash Price

$23,955

Negotiated Range

$3,622 – $13,429

ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER

LANGHORNE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$38,104

Cash Price

$24,768-35%

Negotiated Range

$75 – $7,495

WELLSPAN YORK HOSPITAL

YORK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

$39,439

Negotiated Range

$970 – $43,117

UPMC NORTHWEST

SENECA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$2,774 – $7,492

UPMC MERCY

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,631 – $10,106

UPMC MEMORIAL

YORK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017 – $24,141

UPMC MCKEESPORT HOSPITAL

MC KEESPORT, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,647 – $8,316

UPMC HANOVER

HANOVER, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017 – $24,274

UPMC HAMOT

ERIE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,631 – $11,318

UPMC EAST

MONROEVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,647 – $9,822

PENN HIGHLANDS MON VALLEY

MONONGAHELA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$131 – $15,569

UPMC CARLISLE

CARLISLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,017 – $21,356

THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,009 – $24,002

ST LUKES HOSPITAL BETHLEHEM

BETHLEHEM, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,365 – $23,731

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - MONROE CAMPUS

STROUDSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,254 – $17,733

PENN HIGHLANDS CONNELLSVILLE

CONNELLSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$132 – $13,139

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - ANDERSON CAMPUS

EASTON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,365 – $23,382

SCHUYLKILL MEDICAL CENTER - SOUTH JACKSON STREET

POTTSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$885 – $41,146

UPMC ALTOONA

ALTOONA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,631 – $7,356

RIDDLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

MEDIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$3,924 – $10,247

PAOLI HOSPITAL

PAOLI, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,348 – $10,247

MAIN LINE HOSPITAL LANKENAU

WYNNEWOOD, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$4,586 – $10,247

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - POCONO

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854 – $43,456

UPMC GREENE

WAYNESBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$5,449 – $14,643

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - MACUNGIE

MACUNGIE, PA · Proprietary

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970 – $42,413

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - HAZLETON

HAZLETON, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$892 – $41,146

GETTYSBURG HOSPITAL

GETTYSBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970 – $42,746

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL - DICKSON CITY

DICKSON CITY, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854 – $40,076

LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL

ALLENTOWN, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854 – $43,456

ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL - GRAND VIEW CAMPUS

SELLERSVILLE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,401 – $19,708

CLARION HOSPITAL

CLARION, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$920 – $16,150

JEFFERSON HEALTH- NORTHEAST

PHILADELPHIA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,009 – $15,444

JEFFERSON LANSDALE HOSPITAL

LANSDALE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$954 – $15,444

INDEPENDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM BUTLER MEMORIAL HOSPITA

BUTLER, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$40 – $17,625

MOUNT NITTANY MEDICAL CENTER

STATE COLLEGE, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$8,333 – $31,896

WELLSPAN SURGERY AND REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

YORK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970 – $34,453

HOLY REDEEMER HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER

MEADOWBROOK, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Church

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$282 – $13,885

WELLSPAN EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

LEWISBURG, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$854 – $29,314

WELLSPAN EPHRATA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

EPHRATA, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Other

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$970 – $31,639

UPMC ST MARGARET

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$1,647 – $9,822

UPMC SOMERSET

SOMERSET, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$892 – $12,785

UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE

PITTSBURGH, PA · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$931 – $11,229

Lumbar Discectomy Cost by City in Pennsylvania

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Lumbar Discectomy Cost in Other States

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What Affects Lumbar Discectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

The cost of lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania depends on several factors, including the type of facility, whether you have insurance, and local market dynamics.

Pricing for lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania is affected by the provider's chargemaster rates, local market competition, and the facility's negotiating leverage with insurers. Hospitals with less competition in their service area tend to maintain higher prices.

Based on data from 61 hospitals in Pennsylvania, lumbar discectomy prices range from $2,013 to $62,357 — a 31.0x 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 Pennsylvania

Hospital pricing for lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania varies based on facility size, ownership type, and local market competition. Larger health systems and academic medical centers often have higher chargemaster prices, while community hospitals and outpatient clinics may offer more competitive rates.

When comparing options for lumbar discectomy, consider both price and quality metrics. MyCareCost includes compliance and quality data alongside pricing to help you make a more informed decision.

Self-Pay vs. Insurance Cost Differences in Pennsylvania

If you're paying out of pocket for lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, the average cash price for lumbar discectomy is $9,370, which is 51% lower than the average list price of $19,088. 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 Lumbar Discectomy Cost in Pennsylvania

How much does Lumbar Discectomy cost in Pennsylvania?▼

The average cash price for lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania is $9,370. Prices range from $2,013 to $62,357 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Lumbar Discectomy prices vary so much in Pennsylvania?▼

Hospital prices for lumbar discectomy in Pennsylvania differ based on facility type (hospital vs. independent center), negotiated insurance rates, hospital overhead, and local market competition. Hospitals with less nearby competition tend to charge more.

Can I get a cheaper Lumbar Discectomy by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Pennsylvania, the average cash price for lumbar discectomy is $9,370, which is 51% below the average list price of $19,088. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Lumbar Discectomy in Pennsylvania?▼

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

Does insurance cover Lumbar Discectomy?▼

Most health insurance plans cover lumbar discectomy 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.