Childbirth
Insertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria) cost in Minnesota
Insertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria) 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 Minnesota
From 72 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $383 (most listed prices $106–$1,264).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- $36.12
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Winona Health Services price file · checked Oct 2026 - $93.96Source: Hennepin Healthcare price file · checked Oct 2026
- $97.24
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Cuyuna Regional Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - $106
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Lakewood Health System price file · checked Oct 2026 - $111
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Aspirus St. Luke's Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $116
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Robbinsdale Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Community Memorial Hospital AssociationInsertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria)Facility fee only$118
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Community Memorial Hospital Association price file · checked Oct 2026 - Meeker Memorial Hospital and ClinicsInsertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria)Facility fee only$134
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Meeker Memorial Hospital and Clinics price file · checked Oct 2026 - M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical CenterInsertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria)Doctor fee only$135Source: M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical price fil · checked Oct 2026
- $137
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Montevideo Hospital and Clinic price file · checked Oct 2026 - $138
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Stevens Community Medical Center IncInsertion of cervical dilator (e.g., laminaria)Facility fee only$151
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Stevens Community Medical Center Inc 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.