How much does a Pap smear cost in North Dakota?

Pap smear · CPT 88142 · State: North Dakota

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Pap smear is about $78, with most between $55 and $95 ($79 cash/self-pay). Based on 18 North Dakota hospitals — 90% higher than the national typical of $41. Hospital list charges run about $122 (1.6× higher).

Insurer-negotiated
$78
North Dakota · $55$95
Cash / self-pay
$79
typical cash price
Hospital list charge
$122
1.6× the negotiated rate

Source: medians across 18 North Dakota hospitals' published price files (≥5 reporting). See the national Pap smear cost for the full picture. Estimates vary by hospital, insurer, and plan.

Pap smear cost in North Dakota — FAQs

How much does a Pap smear cost in North Dakota?

In North Dakota, the typical insurer-negotiated price for a Pap smear is about $78, with most between $55 and $95, based on 18 North Dakota hospitals. That's 90% higher than the national typical of $41.

How much does a Pap smear cost without insurance in North Dakota?

Cash or self-pay prices for a Pap smear in North Dakota run around $79. Hospitals often bill the higher "list" charge first (about $122), so ask for the cash or self-pay rate.

Why is my North Dakota hospital bill for a Pap smear so high?

North Dakota hospital "list" charges for a Pap smear run about $122 — roughly 1.6× the $78 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 Pap smear in North Dakota?

Yes. If a North Dakota hospital charged you well above the typical negotiated rate (about $78), 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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