Draining fluid from the belly (paracentesis) in Utah
CPT 49083 · hospital facility charge
Cash prices range from $1,722 to $2,026 at the 2 Utah hospitals whose price files we have read so far.
Utah hospitals compared
| Hospital | City | List price | Cash price | Insurers (median) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George Regional Hospital | St George | $2,296 | $1,722 | $1,951$1,722–$2,066 · 65 plans |
| Intermountain Medical Center | Murray | $2,701 | $2,026 | $1,931$1,145–$2,296 · 55 plans |
Common questions
How much does draining fluid from the belly (paracentesis) cost at a hospital in Utah?
The cash price for draining fluid from the belly (paracentesis) at the Utah hospitals whose price files we have read so far is $1,874 (typical of 2). These are hospital prices; independent clinics, imaging centers and labs often charge less.
Which hospital in Utah has the lowest cash price for draining fluid from the belly (paracentesis)?
Of the hospitals whose price files we have read, the lowest published cash price is $1,722 at St. George Regional Hospital. Confirm the price with the hospital before you book.
Does the price include the doctor?
No. These are the hospital's own charges, often called the facility fee. The doctors involved, such as the surgeon, the anesthesiologist or the radiologist who reads a scan, usually send a separate bill.
Before you go
- Ask for an estimate. Hospitals must give uninsured and self-pay patients a written good-faith estimate before planned care.
- Check the network. Confirm that the hospital and the doctors are in your plan's network.
- Ask about financial help. Non-profit hospitals must have a financial assistance policy; many discount or forgive bills by income.
- Get an itemized bill. Compare it with the estimate and question anything you don't recognise.