Cost of a Endometrial Ablation Visit
in California
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
California's robust gynecology market includes 778 active OB-GYN providers offering endometrial ablation across the state's diverse healthcare networks. Professional fees for endometrial ablation in California range from $245 to $6,978, with a median cost of $1,904, running slightly above the national average due to the state's higher practice overhead costs. Patients can browse qualified ablation providers throughout California to compare pricing and availability.
Average
$3,043
Median
$1,904
Lowest
$245
Highest
$6,978
Providers
778
33% above national average
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How does endometrial ablation compare to related procedures in California?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chin Liposuction Cost of chin (submental) liposuction across the US, with state-by-state pricing for both office-based and ambulatory surgery center settings. | 15876 | $304 | $510 | $972 | 39 |
| Knee Replacement Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) | 27447 | $75 | $2,228 | $3,286 | 3,142 |
| Hip Replacement Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) | 27130 | $80 | $2,021 | $3,012 | 3,930 |
| Cataract Surgery Cataract extraction with intraocular lens insertion | 66984 | $85 | $1,210 | $1,401 | 2,015 |
| Knee Arthroscopy Arthroscopy of the knee with meniscectomy | 29881 | $80 | $80 | $8,767 | 4,867 |
| Gallbladder Removal (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy | 47562 | $75 | $1,094 | $1,714 | 6,358 |
| Appendectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic appendectomy | 44970 | $80 | $933 | $1,375 | 7,138 |
| Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic) Laparoscopic total hysterectomy | 58571 | $85 | $1,135 | $2,758 | 1,473 |
| Septoplasty Nasal septum repair | 30520 | $80 | $820 | $2,160 | 897 |
| Tonsillectomy Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary | 42820 | $80 | $265 | $705 | 1,717 |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair Inguinal hernia repair | 49505 | $423 | $975 | $1,216 | 2,424 |
| Mastectomy Partial or simple mastectomy | 19301 | $85 | $961 | $1,972 | 1,786 |
| Carpal Tunnel Surgery Open carpal tunnel release | 64721 | $80 | $261 | $1,930 | 2,261 |
Important: These are cost estimates only — not a quote and not medical advice.
The prices on this page are self-pay rates, drawn from federal Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files (CPT 58563 — Hysteroscopic endometrial ablation (CPT 58563), thermal balloon endometrial ablation (CPT 58353), endometrial cryoablation (CPT 58356)). They represent what a patient might pay without insurance.
Your actual cost depends on: your specific insurance plan, your remaining deductible, your coinsurance percentage, whether you have met your out-of-pocket maximum, whether the facility and provider are both in-network, and any separate anesthesia or implant fees billed independently.
This page does not constitute medical advice. Whether you need this procedure, and which approach is right for you, is a decision to make with a licensed healthcare provider.
Where this data comes from & what CPT 58563 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 58563 (Hysteroscopic endometrial ablation (CPT 58563), thermal balloon endometrial ablation (CPT 58353), endometrial cryoablation (CPT 58356)), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 58563 covers: the provider's professional fee for endometrial ablation. It does not include facility/hospital fees, anesthesia, pre-operative imaging, post-operative care, or any add-on codes billed separately.
How to read this data
Negotiated Rate
The discounted price an insurer has agreed to pay a specific provider. Most insured patients' bills are calculated from this number, not the higher list price hospitals publish separately.
P5, Median, P95
P5 is the rate at the 5th percentile (low end), Median is the middle value, and P95 is the 95th percentile (high end). This range shows how much the same visit can vary between providers.
What this does not tell you
These rates do not tell you what you personally will pay out of pocket. That depends on your specific plan, how much of your deductible you have already met, your coinsurance rate, and whether the provider is in your network. Call your insurer's member line to get your exact estimate.
Top-Rated Hospitals in California
These hospitals in California are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
SANTA CRUZ, CA
IRVINE, CA
FRESNO, CA
MAMMOTH LAKES, CA
TRUCKEE, CA
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Endometrial Ablation Visit Costs Vary Across California
California's gynecology market features large independent OB-GYN groups, a competitive ambulatory surgery center network, and major integrated health systems like Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health. This competitive landscape creates significant pricing variation for endometrial ablation across different practice settings.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego metros have dense OB-GYN coverage with numerous providers offering in-office NovaSure ablation for cost savings and convenience. Central Valley and Northern California markets rely more heavily on hospital outpatient departments and ASCs due to lower physician density. Rural areas may require travel to urban centers for ablation procedures.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
In-office NovaSure procedures typically cost $5,000 to $10,000 cash-pay due to lower overhead and no facility fees. Ambulatory surgery centers charge $10,000 to $15,000 for the same procedure with slightly higher facility costs but still significant savings over hospitals. Hospital outpatient departments command $20,000 to $30,000 due to substantial facility fees and higher operational overhead.
Insurance Market Competition in California
California's competitive insurance market includes strong Kaiser Permanente penetration alongside robust commercial PPO and HMO options from multiple carriers. This competition generally results in reasonable coverage for medically necessary procedures like endometrial ablation. The state's insurance regulations also provide additional patient protections against surprise billing.
OB-GYN Density
With 778 active providers filing endometrial ablation rates, California offers excellent access to experienced OB-GYN specialists across major metropolitan areas. This high provider density creates competitive pricing pressure and gives patients multiple options for both consultation and procedure scheduling. The concentration of providers particularly benefits patients seeking office-based alternatives to hospital procedures.
Cost by Procedure Type
Endometrial Ablation can be billed under different CPT codes depending on what's done during the procedure in California.
CPT 58563
CPT 58353
CPT 58356
Costs shown are median negotiated rates. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan and provider.
Jayant Panwar
CEO, Momentary Labs · San Francisco, CA
Jayant has analyzed healthcare pricing data from CMS Transparency in Coverage files since 2022, covering more than 50 million negotiated rate records across all 50 states. His work focuses on making insurer machine-readable files accessible to patients and researchers.
The cost figures on this page reflect his ongoing work to make this data accessible to patients.
Frequently Asked Questions — Endometrial Ablation Costs in California
What is the average cost of endometrial ablation in California without insurance?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 58563)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California Range: $245 – $6,978 | $3,043 |