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Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost in Arkansas (2026)

Last updated: May 2026

Spinal Fusion Surgery costs $7,135 on average without insurance in Arkansas, based on actual CMS data from 15 hospitals. Prices range from $2,654 to $49,898 depending on hospital, facility type, and whether you pay cash. These figures come from federally required hospital price transparency files — not estimates.

15 hospitals in Arkansas report pricing for spinal fusion surgery. The average cash price is $7,135.

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Hospitals

in Arkansas

Average List Price

$11,685

gross charge

Average Cash Price

$7,135

39% below list price

Price Range

$2,654 – $49,898

18.8x spread

Hospital Prices in Arkansas

Sorted by lowest cash price

Hospital	City	List Price	Cash Price	Negotiated Range	Grade
WHITE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	SEARCY	$3,664	$916-75%	—	0.1/10
University of Arkansas Medical Sciences Government - State	LITTLE ROCK	$2,654	$1,593-40%	$2,261 – $71,289	3.7/10
ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	JONESBORO	$3,750	$2,438-35%	$600 – $42,364	3.5/10
BAXTER HEALTH Voluntary non-profit - Private	MOUNTAIN HOME	$5,721	$4,005-30%	$3,599 – $18,783	5.8/10
ARKANSAS SURGICAL HOSPITAL Physician	NO LITTLE ROCK	$49,898	$26,725-46%	$363 – $37,949	4.8/10
JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Voluntary non-profit - Private	PINE BLUFF	$4,420	N/A	—	5.3/10
CHI ST VINCENT MORRILTON Voluntary non-profit - Church	MORRILTON	N/A	N/A	$596 – $25,657	7.5/10
CROSSRIDGE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WYNNE	N/A	N/A	$824 – $19,600	3.6/10
ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL-ENCORE Proprietary	BRYANT	N/A	N/A	$6,475 – $18,158	5/10
BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL JONESBORO, INC. Voluntary non-profit - Private	JONESBORO	N/A	N/A	$297 – $47,448	0.1/10
ST BERNARDS FIVE RIVERS MEDICAL CENTER Government - Local	POCAHONTAS	N/A	N/A	$363 – $27,113	0.1/10
CHI-ST VINCENT INFIRMARY Voluntary non-profit - Private	LITTLE ROCK	N/A	N/A	$824 – $25,657	7.1/10
CHI ST. VINCENT HOSPITAL HOT SPRINGS Voluntary non-profit - Private	HOT SPRINGS	N/A	N/A	$80 – $26,039	0.1/10
LAWRENCE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Voluntary non-profit - Private	WALNUT RIDGE	N/A	N/A	$363 – $22,271	0.1/10
ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL, LLC Proprietary	LITTLE ROCK	N/A	N/A	$6,475 – $18,158	5/10

WHITE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER

SEARCY, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

$3,664

Cash Price

$916-75%

University of Arkansas Medical Sciences

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Government - State

3.7/10

List Price

$2,654

Cash Price

$1,593-40%

Negotiated Range

$2,261 – $71,289

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

JONESBORO, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.5/10

List Price

$3,750

Cash Price

$2,438-35%

Negotiated Range

$600 – $42,364

BAXTER HEALTH

MOUNTAIN HOME, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.8/10

List Price

$5,721

Cash Price

$4,005-30%

Negotiated Range

$3,599 – $18,783

ARKANSAS SURGICAL HOSPITAL

NO LITTLE ROCK, AR · Physician

4.8/10

List Price

$49,898

Cash Price

$26,725-46%

Negotiated Range

$363 – $37,949

JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

PINE BLUFF, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

5.3/10

List Price

$4,420

Cash Price

N/A

CHI ST VINCENT MORRILTON

MORRILTON, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Church

7.5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$596 – $25,657

CROSSRIDGE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

WYNNE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

3.6/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$824 – $19,600

ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL-ENCORE

BRYANT, AR · Proprietary

5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,475 – $18,158

BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL JONESBORO, INC.

JONESBORO, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$297 – $47,448

ST BERNARDS FIVE RIVERS MEDICAL CENTER

POCAHONTAS, AR · Government - Local

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$363 – $27,113

CHI-ST VINCENT INFIRMARY

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

7.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$824 – $25,657

CHI ST. VINCENT HOSPITAL HOT SPRINGS

HOT SPRINGS, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$80 – $26,039

LAWRENCE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

WALNUT RIDGE, AR · Voluntary non-profit - Private

0.1/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$363 – $22,271

ARKANSAS HEART HOSPITAL, LLC

LITTLE ROCK, AR · Proprietary

5/10

List Price

N/A

Cash Price

N/A

Negotiated Range

$6,475 – $18,158

Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost in Other States

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What Affects Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost in Arkansas

Hospital charges for spinal fusion surgery in Arkansas vary widely based on facility type, geographic competition, and payer mix.

For spinal fusion surgery in Arkansas, 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 15 hospitals in Arkansas, spinal fusion surgery prices range from $2,654 to $49,898 — a 18.8x 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 Arkansas

Spinal fusion surgery in Arkansas 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 Arkansas

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

In Arkansas, the average cash price for spinal fusion surgery is $7,135, which is 39% lower than the average list price of $11,685. 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 Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost in Arkansas

How much does Spinal Fusion Surgery cost in Arkansas?▼

The average cash price for spinal fusion surgery in Arkansas is $7,135. Prices range from $2,654 to $49,898 depending on the hospital and whether you pay cash or use insurance.

Why do Spinal Fusion Surgery prices vary so much in Arkansas?▼

Hospital prices for spinal fusion surgery in Arkansas 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 Spinal Fusion Surgery by paying cash?▼

Yes. In Arkansas, the average cash price for spinal fusion surgery is $7,135, which is 39% below the average list price of $11,685. Many hospitals offer additional discounts if you pay upfront.

What is the cheapest hospital for Spinal Fusion Surgery in Arkansas?▼

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

Does insurance cover Spinal Fusion Surgery?▼

Most health insurance plans cover spinal fusion surgery 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.