Surgery
Minimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 level cost in Texas
Minimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 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 Texas
From 6 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Texas.
Nationwide typical: $7,086 (most listed prices $1,100–$19,502).
Cheapest in Texas
- Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital - ArlingtonMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$3,061
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic and Spine Hospital price fil · checked Oct 2026 - St Joseph Medical CenterMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$7,173
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - South Texas Spine & Surgical HospitalMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$8,698
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Legent North Houston Surgical HospitalMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$10,934
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Legent North Houston Surgical Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Legent Hospital Northwest Houston, LLCMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$12,756
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Legent Hospital Northwest Houston, LLC price file · checked Oct 2026 - Star Medical CenterMinimally invasive lumbar decompression (ligament removal), 1 levelFacility fee only$12,756
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Star 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.