Procedures
Reprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shunt cost in California
Reprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shunt 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 California
From 85 hospital and 0 clinic prices in California.
Nationwide typical: $414 (most listed prices $106–$1,184).
Cheapest in California
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. LawrenceReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntDoctor fee only$58Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow St. Lawrence price fil · checked Oct 2026
- UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San FranciscoReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntDoctor fee only$70.80
+1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: UCSF Medical Center & UCSF Benioff Children's Hosp price fil · checked Oct 2026 - Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$85
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Kaweah Delta Health Care District price file · checked Oct 2026 - Kaweah Health Mental Health HospitalReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$85
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Kaweah Health Mental Health Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - $155
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: St Mary Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Saint Joseph Medical CenterReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$173
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital OaklandReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$176
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Holy Cross Medical CenterReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$179
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Providence Holy Cross Medical Center price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Mission Hospital - Mission ViejoReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$179
Doctor fees are billed separately. Location not independently confirmed.
Source: Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo price file · checked Oct 2026 - $191
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Bakersfield Memorial Hospital price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Little Co of Mary Med Center San PedroReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$199
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Providence Little Co of Mary Med Center San Pedro price file · checked Oct 2026 - Providence Little Company of Mary Med Center TorranceReprogramming of programmable brain fluid (CSF) shuntFacility fee only$199
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Providence Little Company of Mary Med Center Torra price fil · 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.