Surgery
Lower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 level cost in Minnesota
Lower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 level 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 21 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Minnesota.
Nationwide typical: $8,314 (most listed prices $1,669–$43,462).
Cheapest in Minnesota
- Mayo Clinic Health System Red WingLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$123Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System New PragueLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$138Source: Mayo Clinic Health System New Prague price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System Albert LeaLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System Cannon FallsLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Cannon Falls price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System FairmontLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Fairmont price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System Lake CityLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Lake City price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System MankatoLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System OwatonnaLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Owatonna price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System St JamesLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System St James price file · checked Oct 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System WasecaLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelDoctor fee only$162Source: Mayo Clinic Health System Waseca price file · checked Oct 2026
- $163Source: Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester price file · checked Oct 2026
- CentraCare - St Cloud HospitalLower back spinal fusion from the back (PLIF), 1 levelFacility fee only$1,619
Doctor fees are billed separately.
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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.