Surgery
Third ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), open cost in Michigan
Third ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), open 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 Michigan
From 18 hospital and 0 clinic prices in Michigan.
Nationwide typical: $2,510 (most listed prices $870–$5,660).
Cheapest in Michigan
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow CarsonThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$447Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow ClintonThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$447Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Clinton price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow EatonThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$447Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Eaton price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow IoniaThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$447Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Ionia price file · checked Oct 2026
- University of Michigan Health-Sparrow LansingThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$447Source: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing price file · checked Oct 2026
- Henry Ford Jackson HospitalThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$1,867
- $1,954
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
Source: Covenant HealthCare price file · checked Oct 2026 - $2,104
Doctor fees are billed separately. +1 more in this system at the same published price.
- Henry Ford Macomb HospitalThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openFacility fee only$2,104
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital:Third ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openFacility fee only$2,104
Doctor fees are billed separately.
- University of Michigan HealthThird ventriculostomy (brain fluid drainage opening), openDoctor fee only$3,070Source: University of Michigan Health price file · checked Oct 2026
- $3,801
Doctor fees are billed separately.
Source: Hurley 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.