Cost of a Vaginal Delivery Visit
in Mississippi
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Mississippi faces significant maternal health challenges, ranking among the states with the highest maternal mortality rates, making access to affordable Vaginal Delivery care particularly important. Based on negotiated insurance rates, patients typically pay between $1,580 and $2,945 for Vaginal Delivery services, with a median out-of-pocket cost around $1,951. With over 1,294 active Vaginal Delivery providers across Mississippi, patients have options to browse all qualified providers in the state.
Average
$2,159
Median
$1,951
Lowest
$1,580
Highest
$2,945
Providers
1,294
21% below national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does vaginal delivery compare to related procedures in Mississippi?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Section Routine obstetric care including cesarean delivery | 59510 | $1,789 | $2,167 | $3,249 | 1,291 |
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 Mississippi
These hospitals in Mississippi are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
Biloxi, MS
BILOXI, MS
FLOWOOD, MS
OXFORD, MS
NEW ALBANY, MS
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 Mississippi
Mississippi's Vaginal Delivery costs run approximately 14% below national averages, reflecting the state's lower cost of living and reduced provider overhead in many regions. However, significant disparities exist between urban medical centers in Jackson and Tupelo versus rural areas where provider shortages drive up both costs and travel requirements for patients.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Mississippi's rural counties, particularly in the Delta region, face severe shortages of obstetric providers, forcing many women to travel 60+ miles for Vaginal Delivery services. Urban areas like Jackson, Gulfport, and Hattiesburg concentrate most specialists, creating cost premiums but better access to high-risk pregnancy care. This geographic disparity means rural patients often pay more when accounting for travel and accommodation costs.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based obstetric services dominate Mississippi's major medical centers like University of Mississippi Medical Center and Baptist Health Systems, typically charging higher facility fees than independent birthing centers. Many communities rely on Critical Access Hospitals for delivery services, which operate under different reimbursement structures that can affect patient costs. Freestanding birthing centers remain limited but often provide more affordable options.
Insurance Market Competition in Mississippi
Limited insurer competition with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi holding significant market share means fewer negotiated rate variations than in more competitive states. UnitedHealthcare and Magnolia Health Plan provide alternatives primarily in Medicaid and employer markets, but overall market concentration keeps rate negotiations relatively stable. This reduced competition can limit patient leverage in cost comparisons.
Physician Supply and Demand in Mississippi
With over 1,294 active Vaginal Delivery providers statewide, Mississippi maintains reasonable specialist density in urban areas but faces critical shortages in rural regions. Many counties lack obstetric services entirely, requiring patients to seek care in regional centers and potentially increasing both direct costs and access barriers. The adequate urban supply helps moderate pricing in metro areas while rural scarcity drives up costs through reduced competition.
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 Mississippi
What is the average cost of a Vaginal Delivery visit in Mississippi without insurance?
Does Mississippi Medicaid cover Vaginal Delivery visits?
How do I find an affordable Vaginal Delivery near me in Mississippi?
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 Mississippi?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Vaginal Delivery in Mississippi?
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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 |