Cost of a Vaginal Delivery Visit
in New Mexico
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
New Mexico's rural geography creates significant healthcare access challenges, with many counties lacking obstetric services entirely. For Vaginal Delivery services, patients typically pay between $1,784 and $4,994, with a median out-of-pocket cost of $3,023 based on negotiated insurance rates. The state has 1,230 active Vaginal Delivery providers, though they are concentrated in urban areas like Albuquerque and Santa Fe, making provider selection particularly important for patients across New Mexico's diverse communities.
Average
$3,267
Median
$3,023
Lowest
$1,784
Highest
$4,994
Providers
1,230
20% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does vaginal delivery compare to related procedures in New Mexico?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Section Routine obstetric care including cesarean delivery | 59510 | $2,093 | $3,422 | $5,520 | 1,215 |
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 New Mexico
These hospitals in New Mexico are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
LAS CRUCES, NM
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
ESPANOLA, NM
SILVER CITY, NM
SANTA FE, NM
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 New Mexico
New Mexico's healthcare costs run approximately 3% below national averages, but the state faces unique challenges with provider shortages and geographic access barriers. The concentration of obstetric services in Albuquerque and Santa Fe creates cost and access disparities for rural residents who may need to travel hours for specialty care.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Most of New Mexico's Vaginal Delivery providers are concentrated in the Albuquerque metro area and Santa Fe, leaving many rural counties without local obstetric services. Patients in southeastern and northwestern New Mexico often travel 100+ miles to reach the nearest provider, creating additional costs for transportation and lodging. This geographic maldistribution drives up demand and costs in urban areas while leaving rural residents with limited options.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based obstetric practices in New Mexico typically charge higher facility fees than independent birthing centers or freestanding practices. Presbyterian Healthcare Services and University of New Mexico Health System dominate the Albuquerque market, while smaller regional hospitals serve rural areas with varying cost structures. Some patients choose birthing centers or home birth services to reduce facility-related costs.
Insurance Market Competition in New Mexico
The insurance market features moderate competition between Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, UnitedHealthcare, and Molina Healthcare, with BCBS holding the largest market share. Limited insurer competition in rural areas can result in higher premiums and narrower provider networks for obstetric services. Medicaid expansion has increased coverage options, but reimbursement rates remain a concern for some providers.
Physician Supply and Demand in New Mexico
With 1,230 active Vaginal Delivery providers serving a state population of over 2 million, New Mexico faces provider shortages particularly in rural areas and for high-risk obstetric care. Many counties have no practicing obstetricians, forcing residents to travel to urban centers or rely on family physicians for delivery services. This supply-demand imbalance contributes to longer wait times and higher costs in areas with adequate provider coverage.
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 New Mexico
What is the average cost of a Vaginal Delivery visit in New Mexico without insurance?
Does New Mexico Medicaid cover Vaginal Delivery visits?
How do I find an affordable Vaginal Delivery near me in New Mexico?
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 New Mexico?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Vaginal Delivery in New Mexico?
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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 |