Surgery
Chiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine) cost in Wisconsin
Chiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine) usually involves several bills: the facility, the doctor or surgeon, and often anesthesia. Some surgery centers and cash-pay programs quote one bundled price for everything.
Typical cash price
In Wisconsin
From 26 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Wisconsin.
Nationwide typical: $5,392 (most listed prices $1,590–$11,346).
Cheapest in Wisconsin
- Mayo Clinic Health System BarronChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Barron price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System BloomerChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Bloomer price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System MenomonieChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Menomonie price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System OsseoChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Osseo price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System SpartaChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Sparta price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mayo Clinic Health System Eau ClaireChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare La CrosseChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Doctor fee only$214Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Franciscan Healthcare La price fil · checked Oct 2026
- Aspirus Divine Savior HospitalChiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)Facility fee only$9,501
Doctor fees are billed separately. +12 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $17,836
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Oakleaf Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026
See all prices for Chiari decompression surgery (skull base and upper spine)
Common questions
What does a bundled price include?
A bundled (all-in) price usually covers the facility, the surgeon and anesthesia for the procedure itself. Pre-op tests, implants, pathology and follow-up visits are sometimes extra. Ask for a written Good Faith Estimate.
Do I need a referral?
You usually need a consultation with the surgeon or specialist first. Ask whether the consultation is included in the cash price.
Why are prices so different?
Each hospital and clinic sets its own cash price. Hospitals publish prices because federal rules require it; clinics and booking sites set prices to compete. The same service can cost several times more at one place than at another nearby.
Can I pay cash if I have insurance?
Yes. You can choose to self-pay. A cash price is often lower than what you would pay before meeting your deductible. Cash payments may not count toward your deductible, so check with your plan. Our cash vs. insurance tool can help you decide.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
If you are uninsured or paying cash, providers must give you a Good Faith Estimate of the cost on request. If your final bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you can dispute it.