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North Dakota

Cost of a Hysterectomy Visit
in North Dakota

Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC

North Dakota's rural geography creates unique challenges for accessing specialized gynecological care, with many patients traveling significant distances for hysterectomy procedures. Hysterectomy costs across the state typically range from $610 to $2,597, with a median cost of $1,240 based on negotiated insurance rates. The state maintains 40 active hysterectomy providers, though they are concentrated primarily in urban centers like Fargo and Bismarck, leaving rural patients with fewer local options.

Average

$1,482

Median

$1,240

Lowest

$610

Highest

$2,597

Providers

40

National avg: $1,352North Dakota: $1,482

10% above national average

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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 58571Laparoscopic total hysterectomy). 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 58571 covers

Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 58571 (Laparoscopic total hysterectomy), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.

What CPT 58571 covers: the provider's professional fee for hysterectomy (laparoscopic). 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.

Why Hysterectomy Visit Costs Vary Across North Dakota

North Dakota's hysterectomy costs run approximately 4% above the national average, reflecting the state's rural geography and limited provider competition. The concentration of specialists in Fargo and Bismarck creates cost disparities, with rural patients often facing higher travel costs that offset any potential savings from smaller facilities.

Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability

Most of North Dakota's 40 hysterectomy providers practice in the Fargo-Moorhead and Bismarck metro areas, leaving vast rural regions underserved. Patients in western North Dakota often travel 200+ miles for specialized gynecological surgery, adding significant indirect costs to their total healthcare expenditure.

Facility Type and Overhead Costs

Sanford Health and Essentia Health dominate North Dakota's healthcare landscape, with their hospital-based surgical centers typically charging higher facility fees than independent surgery centers. CHI St. Alexius and Trinity Health also operate major facilities, and their pricing reflects the high overhead costs of maintaining rural hospital networks.

Insurance Market Competition in North Dakota

Limited insurer competition between BCBS ND, Sanford Health Plan, and UnitedHealthCare results in less aggressive rate negotiations compared to more competitive markets. This concentrated market structure contributes to the state's above-average costs, as providers have fewer incentives to offer deeply discounted rates.

Physician Supply and Demand in North Dakota

With 40 active hysterectomy providers serving a state of 760,000 residents, North Dakota maintains adequate specialist density in urban areas but significant shortages in rural regions. This geographic maldistribution allows urban specialists to command higher fees while rural patients face limited options and potential wait times.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Hysterectomy Costs in North Dakota

What is the average cost of a Hysterectomy visit in North Dakota without insurance?

Without insurance, hysterectomy procedures in North Dakota typically cost between $610 and $2,597, with a median cost of $1,240 based on negotiated insurance rates. Self-pay patients often receive discounts of 20-30% for upfront payment, and many providers offer payment plans to make the procedure more affordable.

Does North Dakota Medicaid cover Hysterectomy visits?

Yes, North Dakota expanded Medicaid in 2019, and the program covers medically necessary hysterectomy procedures. Prior authorization may be required, and coverage depends on the medical necessity of the procedure as determined by your healthcare provider.

How do I find an affordable Hysterectomy near me in North Dakota?

Compare costs between hospital-based surgical centers and independent facilities, as prices can vary by thousands of dollars. Ask about self-pay discounts, payment plans, and consider community health centers for initial consultations, though complex procedures may require referral to specialists in Fargo or Bismarck.

What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?

Initial consultations with a gynecologist typically cost more than follow-up visits, as they involve comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning. The actual hysterectomy procedure costs range from $610 to $2,597 in North Dakota, while consultation visits are generally much lower and may be covered by insurance with just a specialist copay.

Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Hysterectomy visit in North Dakota?

Yes, medically necessary hysterectomy procedures are qualified medical expenses eligible for HSA or FSA reimbursement. Keep all receipts and documentation from your healthcare provider, as you may need to demonstrate medical necessity for tax purposes.

How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Hysterectomy in North Dakota?

While the actual hysterectomy procedure requires in-person surgery, initial consultations and follow-up visits can sometimes be conducted via telemedicine at lower cost. North Dakota's rural geography makes telehealth particularly valuable for reducing travel costs, though most insurers reimburse telemedicine visits at the same rate as in-person consultations.

Click a state to compare costs

Average Visit Cost

$866
$2,555

Office visit (CPT 58571)

Compare With Other States

RankStateAverage
1Wisconsin
Range: $73$5,848
$2,555
2Massachusetts
Range: $710$3,890
$1,966
3Montana
Range: $82$4,679
$1,914
4Iowa
Range: $85$3,576
$1,858
5Wyoming
Range: $952$3,043
$1,843
6District of Columbia
Range: $647$3,201
$1,791
7Alaska
Range: $85$4,191
$1,766
8Nebraska
Range: $1,076$2,164
$1,737
9Minnesota
Range: $85$3,576
$1,657
10Washington
Range: $985$2,480
$1,627
11Connecticut
Range: $527$3,201
$1,615
12New York
Range: $627$3,201
$1,573
13New Mexico
Range: $752$2,453
$1,550
14New Hampshire
Range: $887$2,143
$1,547
15Rhode Island
Range: $85$3,201
$1,521
16Oregon
Range: $85$3,201
$1,519
17Maine
Range: $1,043$1,776
$1,512
18North Dakota
Range: $610$2,597
$1,482
19Delaware
Range: $85$3,201
$1,441
20Georgia
Range: $85$2,855
$1,426
21Pennsylvania
Range: $85$3,201
$1,420
22North Carolina
Range: $85$2,597
$1,336
23California
Range: $85$2,758
$1,326
24Illinois
Range: $85$2,665
$1,321
25Indiana
Range: $85$2,719
$1,303
26South Dakota
Range: $85$2,541
$1,289
27Vermont
Range: $678$2,143
$1,288
28New Jersey
Range: $627$2,093
$1,255
29Alabama
Range: $608$1,856
$1,201
30Utah
Range: $85$1,994
$1,177
31Mississippi
Range: $710$1,932
$1,177
32Colorado
Range: $85$2,204
$1,164
33Maryland
Range: $754$1,779
$1,141
34Missouri
Range: $822$1,375
$1,120
35Virginia
Range: $601$1,782
$1,113
36Michigan
Range: $93$1,926
$1,112
37Florida
Range: $85$2,265
$1,109
38Kansas
Range: $824$1,475
$1,102
39Idaho
Range: $85$2,021
$1,101
40West Virginia
Range: $85$2,122
$1,100
41Hawaii
Range: $85$1,929
$1,083
42Oklahoma
Range: $655$1,624
$1,066
43South Carolina
Range: $85$2,061
$1,041
44Kentucky
Range: $85$2,038
$1,039
45Arizona
Range: $749$1,507
$1,003
46Nevada
Range: $649$1,500
$992
47Texas
Range: $85$1,912
$991
48Tennessee
Range: $85$1,679
$960
49Arkansas
Range: $85$1,600
$955
50Louisiana
Range: $85$1,658
$913
51Ohio
Range: $85$1,597
$866
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