Cost of a Vaginal Delivery Visit
in Wisconsin
Reviewed by Momentary Medical Group West PC
Wisconsin's healthcare system serves a state where nearly 65,000 babies are born annually, with the majority delivered through vaginal births across the state's mix of rural critical access hospitals and urban medical centers. While negotiated rates for vaginal delivery services show significant variation, patients typically work with over 3,400 active providers throughout Wisconsin. Expecting families can browse all available obstetric providers across Wisconsin to compare costs and find the right birthing facility for their needs.
Average
$4,300
Median
$95
Lowest
$73
Highest
$12,731
Providers
3,422
57% above national average
Compare Similar Procedures
How does vaginal delivery compare to related procedures in Wisconsin?
| Procedure | CPT | Low | Median | High | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-Section Routine obstetric care including cesarean delivery | 59510 | $73 | $3,446 | $18,189 | 2,592 |
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 Wisconsin
These hospitals in Wisconsin are top-rated for patient satisfaction. Review data sourced from HCAHPS Patient Survey.
GLENDALE, WI
ALTOONA, WI
PRAIRIE DU SAC, WI
MADISON, WI
WOODRUFF, WI
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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin's healthcare costs run approximately 1% above national averages, reflecting the state's balanced mix of urban medical centers and rural hospitals serving diverse communities from Lake Superior to the Illinois border. The state's geography creates distinct cost variations between metropolitan areas like Milwaukee and Madison versus smaller communities in northern Wisconsin's rural counties.
Urban vs. Rural Provider Availability
Wisconsin's northern counties often have limited obstetric services, with some rural women traveling significant distances to deliver at critical access hospitals or larger medical centers. Urban areas like Milwaukee and Madison concentrate multiple delivery options including university hospitals, community hospitals, and birthing centers. This geographic disparity affects both access and pricing, with rural facilities sometimes offering lower base costs but fewer specialized services.
Facility Type and Overhead Costs
Hospital-based obstetric practices in Wisconsin typically charge higher facility fees compared to independent birthing centers, though they offer more comprehensive emergency services. Major health systems like Froedtert Health, UnityPoint Health, and Aspirus operate hospital networks throughout the state with varying cost structures. Academic medical centers like UW Health command premium pricing but provide high-risk obstetric capabilities.
Insurance Market Competition in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's insurance market features moderate competition among Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin (Anthem), UnitedHealthcare, and regional players like WEA Trust, helping to maintain reasonable negotiated rates for obstetric services. The state's competitive marketplace prevents the extreme rate concentration seen in some states. Multiple insurer options give patients leverage in choosing plans with favorable obstetric networks.
Physician Supply and Demand in Wisconsin
With over 3,400 active obstetric providers serving Wisconsin's population of nearly 6 million, the state maintains adequate physician supply in most regions, though rural areas face ongoing challenges. This provider density supports competitive pricing in urban markets while ensuring access across most communities. Strong training programs at medical schools in Madison and Milwaukee help maintain steady physician supply to meet demand.
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 Wisconsin
What is the average cost of a Vaginal Delivery visit in Wisconsin without insurance?
Does Wisconsin Medicaid cover Vaginal Delivery visits?
How do I find an affordable Vaginal Delivery near me in Wisconsin?
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 Wisconsin?
How does telemedicine affect the cost of seeing a Vaginal Delivery in Wisconsin?
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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 |