Cost of a Vaginal Delivery Visit
in Alabama
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Alabama's maternal health landscape includes over 2,600 active Vaginal Delivery providers serving expectant mothers across the state's 67 counties. Patients typically pay between $80 and $3,069 for vaginal delivery services, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $1,963. Alabama residents can browse all available providers throughout the state to compare costs and find the most affordable option for their delivery needs.
Average
$1,704
Median
$1,963
Lowest
$80
Highest
$3,069
Providers
2,655
38% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does vaginal delivery compare to related procedures in Alabama?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Section Routine obstetric care including cesarean delivery | 59510 | $1,632 | $2,253 | $3,518 | 2,366 |
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 59400 — Routine obstetric care including vaginal delivery). 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 59400 covers
Data source: Cost figures are derived from UnitedHealthcare Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files for CPT code 59400 (Routine obstetric care including vaginal delivery), as mandated by the CMS Price Transparency Rule.
What CPT 59400 covers: the provider's professional fee for vaginal delivery. 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 Alabama
These hospitals in Alabama are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
FAYETTE, AL
DADEVILLE, AL
PHENIX CITY, AL
BIRMINGHAM, AL
TROY, AL
Hospital ratings are based on HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey data published by CMS.
Why Vaginal Delivery Visit Costs Vary Across Alabama
Alabama's Vaginal Delivery costs average 8% below the national median, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and rural healthcare market dynamics. The concentration of major medical centers in Birmingham, Mobile, and Huntsville creates cost variations across different regions of the state.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Alabama's rural counties face significant obstetric provider shortages, with many pregnant women traveling to Birmingham or Mobile for delivery services. This geographic disparity can increase travel costs but often results in lower facility fees compared to major metropolitan medical centers.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based delivery services in Alabama range from large academic medical centers like UAB Hospital to smaller community hospitals with lower overhead costs. Independent birthing centers and midwifery practices typically offer the most affordable options for low-risk deliveries.
Insurance Market Competition in Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama's market dominance means fewer competing insurers to drive down negotiated rates with providers. This concentrated market structure can result in less aggressive pricing competition among hospitals and physicians compared to states with more diverse insurance markets.
Physician Supply and Demand in Alabama
With over 2,600 active Vaginal Delivery providers statewide, Alabama maintains adequate physician supply in urban areas but faces shortages in rural regions. This uneven distribution creates longer wait times and higher costs in underserved areas while maintaining competitive pricing in cities like Birmingham and Mobile.
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 — Vaginal Delivery Costs in Alabama
What is the average cost of a Vaginal Delivery visit in Alabama without insurance?
Does Alabama Medicaid cover Vaginal Delivery visits?
How do I find an affordable Vaginal Delivery near me in Alabama?
What is the difference in cost between an initial consultation and a follow-up visit?
Can I use an HSA or FSA to pay for a Vaginal Delivery visit in Alabama?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Vaginal Delivery in Alabama?
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Average Visit Cost
Office visit (CPT 59400)
Compare With Other States
| Rank | State | Average↓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa Range: $85 – $11,188 | $5,279 |
| 2 | Minnesota Range: $85 – $11,188 | $4,597 |
| 3 | New York Range: $2,008 – $7,603 | $4,362 |
| 4 | Wisconsin Range: $73 – $12,731 | $4,300 |
| 5 | Nebraska Range: $2,326 – $5,554 | $4,148 |
| 6 | Wyoming Range: $2,183 – $6,118 | $3,956 |
| 7 | Maine Range: $2,601 – $4,647 | $3,796 |
| 8 | New Hampshire Range: $1,920 – $5,340 | $3,754 |
| 9 | New Mexico Range: $1,784 – $4,994 | $3,267 |
| 10 | Vermont Range: $2,060 – $4,966 | $3,258 |
| 11 | Connecticut Range: $1,400 – $5,340 | $3,252 |
| 12 | Massachusetts Range: $80 – $6,642 | $3,244 |
| 13 | Illinois Range: $80 – $7,218 | $3,232 |
| 14 | New Jersey Range: $1,665 – $5,247 | $3,148 |
| 15 | Georgia Range: $85 – $6,427 | $3,137 |
| 16 | District of Columbia Range: $1,530 – $4,330 | $3,091 |
| 17 | Washington Range: $80 – $5,802 | $2,909 |
| 18 | North Dakota Range: $80 – $5,554 | $2,827 |
| 19 | Maryland Range: $2,100 – $4,031 | $2,802 |
| 20 | Oregon Range: $80 – $5,606 | $2,769 |
| 21 | South Dakota Range: $85 – $5,554 | $2,753 |
| 22 | Rhode Island Range: $80 – $5,207 | $2,707 |
| 23 | Colorado Range: $85 – $4,892 | $2,635 |
| 24 | Utah Range: $80 – $4,321 | $2,562 |
| 25 | Indiana Range: $80 – $5,326 | $2,535 |
| 26 | Pennsylvania Range: $80 – $5,069 | $2,528 |
| 27 | Virginia Range: $1,420 – $3,924 | $2,526 |
| 28 | West Virginia Range: $85 – $4,966 | $2,450 |
| 29 | Missouri Range: $1,776 – $2,975 | $2,384 |
| 30 | Kentucky Range: $85 – $4,752 | $2,379 |
| 31 | Idaho Range: $80 – $4,606 | $2,374 |
| 32 | Kansas Range: $1,776 – $3,042 | $2,325 |
| 33 | Texas Range: $80 – $4,562 | $2,325 |
| 34 | Hawaii Range: $80 – $4,160 | $2,307 |
| 35 | North Carolina Range: $80 – $4,459 | $2,302 |
| 36 | Ohio Range: $1,155 – $3,726 | $2,297 |
| 37 | Louisiana Range: $1,188 – $3,446 | $2,285 |
| 38 | Delaware Range: $80 – $4,353 | $2,278 |
| 39 | Arizona Range: $1,400 – $3,576 | $2,253 |
| 40 | California Range: $80 – $4,266 | $2,207 |
| 41 | Tennessee Range: $805 – $3,556 | $2,206 |
| 42 | Nevada Range: $1,400 – $3,378 | $2,176 |
| 43 | Mississippi Range: $1,580 – $2,945 | $2,159 |
| 44 | South Carolina Range: $80 – $4,008 | $2,095 |
| 45 | Michigan Range: $80 – $4,266 | $2,073 |
| 46 | Arkansas Range: $85 – $3,479 | $2,022 |
| 47 | Alabama Range: $80 – $3,069 | $1,704 |
| 48 | Oklahoma Range: $70 – $3,087 | $1,681 |
| 49 | Alaska Range: $80 – $4,089 | $1,416 |
| 50 | Montana Range: $80 – $3,476 | $1,212 |
| 51 | Florida Range: $35 – $3,365 | $1,152 |