Procedures
Draining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initial cost in Missouri
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 Missouri
From 6 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Missouri.
Nationwide typical: $339 (most listed prices $113–$1,748).
Cheapest in Missouri
- Pemiscot Memorial Health SystemsDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$256
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital SpringfieldDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$298
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield price file · checked Oct 2026 - $317
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Pediatrics - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy Women's Health - CarthageDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$317
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Women's Health - Carthage price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital St LouisDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$541
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital St Louis price file · checked Oct 2026 - Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital SouthDraining fluid from the abdomen (paracentesis), initialFacility fee only$1,655
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South 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.