Procedures
Draining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initial cost in Florida
Draining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initial 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 Florida
From 6 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Florida.
Nationwide typical: $339 (most listed prices $113–$1,748).
Cheapest in Florida
- Northwest Florida Community HospitalDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$88
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Northwest Florida Community Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Calhoun Liberty Hospital AssociationDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$339
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Calhoun Liberty Hospital Association price file · checked Oct 2026 - Broward Health Imperial PointDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$1,374
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Broward Health Imperial Point price file · checked Oct 2026 - Broward Health Coral SpringsDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$1,731
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Broward Health Coral Springs price file · checked Oct 2026 - $1,748
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Broward Health North price file · checked Oct 2026 - Broward Health Medical CenterDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$1,815
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Broward Health Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026
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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.