Hysterectomy Cost in New Orleans, LA (2026): Average Prices & What You'll Pay
What does a hysterectomy cost in New Orleans, LA?
The same hysterectomy in New Orleans, LA might cost you $2,706 at one facility and $4,393 at another - the building you walk into drives the difference. The median cash price across 16 reporting hospitals is $3,264. These figures come straight from hospital price transparency files published under federal law.
Three low-priced facilities in New Orleans, LA, from hospital price files
- West Jefferson Medical Center · Marrero, LA $2,279
- HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT OF THE PARISH OF ST. BERNARD, STATE OF LOUISIANA · Chalmette, LA $2,749
- St. Tammany Parish Hospital $3,048
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Where hysterectomy costs vary in New Orleans, LA
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Cheapest Hysterectomy Providers in New Orleans, LA
Based on declared cash/self-pay prices from CMS hospital price transparency files.
| # | Facility | City | Price | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, LA | $484 | -$000 |
| 2 | West Jefferson Medical Center | Marrero, LA | $2,279 | -$985 |
| 3 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, LA | $482 | -$000 |
| 4 | HOSPITAL SERVICE DISTRICT OF THE PARISH OF ST. BERNARD, STATE OF LOUISIANA | Chalmette, LA | $2,749 | -$515 |
| 5 | St. Tammany Parish Hospital | LA | $3,048 | -$216 |
| 6 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, LA | $479 | -$000 |
| 7 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, LA | $478 | -$000 |
| 8 | Hospital name hidden | Your City, LA | $477 | -$000 |
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Quick take
- Lake Surgical Hospital - Slidell is the lowest-cost option at $2,184 - $1,080 below the state median, just by choosing where you go.
- Ask for the cash price if your deductible isn't met - the median cash price here is $3,264, and it's often lower than what insurance pays before your deductible is satisfied.
- Ask the hospital whether your procedure will be billed as outpatient or inpatient - the two are priced differently, so confirm with your insurer first if it is planned.
LCMC Health, Ochsner Health System, and Willis-Knighton are the major players in Louisiana's concentrated hospital market. Louisana Medicaid covers a substantial share of the population, and many facilities carry high uncompensated care costs that influence their list price structures. Louisiana prices on the commercial side tend to run above the Southeast average. Hysterectomy costs vary primarily by surgical approach (open, laparoscopic, or robotic) and inpatient vs. outpatient classification. Robotic-assisted procedures carry higher facility fees and may not offer better outcomes for routine cases. Most commercial plans cover medically necessary hysterectomy after the deductible; elective or fertility-related procedures may face different coverage rules. Anesthesia and pathology are billed separately from the facility and surgeon.
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Why prices vary - and what it means for your coverage
A small number of hospitals (1) report prices above $7,134, including Omega Hospital at $9,149, which drives most of the overall spread - excluding them, most facilities cluster in a much tighter band.
None of the prices above are what you'll necessarily owe: your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and each provider's network status all still apply.
| Your situation | Estimated out-of-pocket |
|---|---|
| Deductible not yet met | ~$3,264 |
| Deductible met - 20% coinsurance | ~$653 |
| Out-of-network provider | $7,181+ |
Frequently asked questions: hysterectomy costs in New Orleans, LA
How much does a hysterectomy cost in New Orleans, LA?
The typical insurer-negotiated rate is $1,515, with most facilities between $1,444 and $6,466 (based on 16 hospitals reporting negotiated rates). Full market pricing - including cash rates, gross charges, and outlier facilities - ranges more widely, from $2,082 to $9,149 across all 16 New Orleans, LA hospitals that publish prices. What you pay depends on the facility, your insurance, and whether you have met your deductible.
Where is the cheapest place to get a hysterectomy in New Orleans, LA?
Based on declared prices, the lowest-cost facility in our New Orleans, LA data is St Tammany Hosptial Service District No 2 at about $2,082. By metro, New Orleans has the lowest median ($3,587).
Why is a hysterectomy so much cheaper at some New Orleans, LA hospitals?
Prices vary up to 4.4× because each hospital sets its own list price, cash discount, and insurer-negotiated rates. In New Orleans, LA, the median cash (self-pay) price is $3,264 versus a median negotiated rate of $1,515 - about 2.2× higher. Asking for the cash price as well as your insurer's negotiated rate is often the single biggest lever on what you pay.
How much will I actually pay out of pocket for a hysterectomy in New Orleans, LA?
Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, coinsurance, out-of-pocket maximum, and whether the facility is in-network - not just the sticker price. If you have not met your deductible, you will typically pay the negotiated rate in full until you do. Use the CostKits cost forecaster to estimate your specific out-of-pocket amount before you go.
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- Allowed amount vs negotiated rate: what your EOB is really saying
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- How to read an EOB line by line
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What's on your bill
A hysterectomy involves multiple providers who bill separately - typically Facility Fee, Ob Gyn Surgeon Professional Fee, Anesthesia. Check each line item against your Explanation of Benefits to catch billing errors.
Cost by type
Which type your doctor orders for this hysterectomy changes the billing code, and what you pay. For example: A recognized variation that can change the billing code and what you owe.
What to ask before you book
Get the CPT code from your doctor, confirm every provider involved (not just the facility) is in-network, ask for the cash-pay rate if you're uninsured or haven't met your deductible, and request a written estimate for hysterectomy before you schedule.
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About the Author
John Caruso, FSA, MAAA
Healthcare actuary with 20+ years of experience in insurance pricing, medical billing systems, and healthcare cost analytics.
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