Why do Paracentesis prices vary so much in Sacramento?

Prices for paracentesis vary based on several factors: the type of facility (hospital outpatient centers typically charge more than freestanding centers), whether additional services like contrast dye or anesthesia are included, the complexity of your specific case, and negotiated insurance rates. Academic medical centers tend to charge more than community hospitals.

Does this price include all fees for paracentesis?

It depends on the hospital. Some hospitals report bundled prices (facility + professional fees), while others report facility-only charges. Additional physician fees may apply. We flag when prices may not include all components.

How do I get the cash pay price?

Call the hospital's billing department and ask for their "self-pay" or "cash discount" rate. Reference the price shown here as a starting point. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also ask for a "Good Faith Estimate" which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.

What should I ask my hospital before scheduling?

Ask: (1) Is this the total price, including all physician and facility fees? (2) Are there any additional charges I should expect? (3) What is your cash/self-pay rate vs. my insurance negotiated rate? (4) Can you provide a Good Faith Estimate in writing?

Paracentesis

How Much Does Paracentesis Cost in Sacramento?

The median cash pay price for paracentesis in Sacramento is $1,998, with prices ranging from $1,998 to $2,816 across 4 hospitals. Updated monthly from federal hospital pricing files.

Updated April 2026

Paracentesis in Sacramento typically costs between $1,998 and $2,816, with a median of $1,998 across 4 hospitals. ProcedureRadar sources this data from federally mandated Machine-Readable Files (45 CFR Part 180). Prices vary by facility type, included services, and case complexity.

Median Price (Cash Pay)

$1,998

Price varies based on facility type, additional services, and your specific case.

$1,998$2,816

$1,998 median

The price range across 4 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.

Based on 4 hospitals' published pricing.

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Cheapest in Sacramento

Kaiser Foundation Hosp So Sacramento

$1,998

Kaiser Foundation Hospital Roseville

$1,998

Kaiser Foundation Hospital Sacramento

$1,998

Before You Schedule

These prices are a starting point for your research, not a final quote. We recommend calling the hospital's billing department with your insurance information for a personalized estimate. Knowing the typical price range puts you in a stronger position to ask the right questions.

The same outpatient procedure can cost several times more at one hospital than another in the same metro, based on cash-discount prices across our dataset. In some cases the spread is 8x or wider, and at the top of the distribution the gap can be far more extreme. We track this across more than 1,100 procedure-and-metro combinations so you can see where the spread is widest before you book.
Kevin Monangai, Founder of ProcedureRadar

Hospital Pricing in Sacramento

Sorted by cheapest first. Select any hospital to see full pricing and contact info.

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Confidence reflects data completeness and recency of the hospital's published pricing file.

You could save up to $818 by comparing Paracentesis prices across Sacramento hospitals.

Hospital	Median Price	Range	Confidence	Source
Kaiser Foundation Hosp So Sacramento	$1,998	$962 to $3,116	Moderate	View File
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Roseville	$1,998	$962 to $3,116	Moderate	View File
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Sacramento	$1,998	$962 to $3,116	Moderate	View File
University Of California Davis Medical Center	$2,816	$106 to $16,400	High	View File

Kaiser Foundation Hosp So Sacramento

$1,998

Moderate

$962$3,116

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Kaiser Foundation Hospital Roseville

$1,998

Moderate

$962$3,116

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Kaiser Foundation Hospital Sacramento

$1,998

Moderate

$962$3,116

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University Of California Davis Medical Center

$2,816

High

$106$16,400

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Common Questions About Paracentesis Costs in Sacramento

About Paracentesis Pricing in Sacramento

Cash pay prices for paracentesis in the Sacramento metro area range from $1,998 to $2,816 based on data from 4 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $1,998. Prices vary based on the type of facility, whether additional services are included, and the complexity of your specific case.

If you're paying out of pocket, call the hospital's billing department and ask for their self-pay or cash discount rate. Many hospitals offer 30-60% discounts for upfront cash payment. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate, which hospitals are required to provide under the No Surprises Act.