How much does Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in North Dakota?

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) · CPT 63030 · State: North Dakota

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $7,442, with most between $6,708 and $7,863 ($6,724 cash/self-pay). Based on 8 North Dakota hospitals — 14% higher than the national typical of $6,514. Hospital list charges run about $8,966 (1.2× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$7,442
North Dakota · $6,708–$7,863
Cash / self-pay
$6,724
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$8,966
1.2× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 8 North Dakota hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in North Dakota — FAQs

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost in North Dakota?

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) is about $7,442, with most between $6,708 and $7,863, based on 8 North Dakota hospitals. That's 14% higher than the national typical of $6,514.

How much does a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) cost without insurance in North Dakota?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in North Dakota run around $6,724. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $8,966), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my North Dakota hospital bill for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) so high?

North Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) run about $8,966 — roughly 1.2× the $7,442 insurers actually pay there. The list price is rarely what anyone pays; the negotiated and cash rates are the realistic benchmark.

Can I negotiate the cost of a Lumbar discectomy (herniated disc) in North Dakota?

Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $7,442), that gap is negotiable. Upfronte audits your bill against real North Dakota hospital pricing data and negotiates it down on your behalf — no savings, no fee.

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