Updated April 2026
Spinal Fusion in Des Moines typically costs between $465 and $147,917, with a median of $11,595 across 10 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.
The price range across 10 hospitals. A narrow range means prices are consistent; a wide range means they vary significantly.
Cheapest in Des Moines
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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.
Sorted by cheapest first. Select any hospital to see full pricing and contact info.
| Compare | Hospital | Median Price | Range | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony Regional Hospital & Nursing Home | $465 | $77 to $746 | High | View File | |
| Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines | $1,481 | $368 to $3,489 | Low | View File | |
| Spencer Municipal Hospital | $1,926 | $915 to $2,274 | Low | View File | |
| Select Specialty Hospital - Quad Cities | $2,000 | $1,585 to $3,593 | Low | View File | |
| University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics | $9,306 | $5,041 to $13,246 | Low | View File | |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | $13,883 | $7,290 to $34,126 | High | View File | |
| Chi Health Missouri Valley | $18,112 | $3,454 to $18,361 | High | View File | |
| Cass County Memorial Hospital | $18,119 | $5,618 to $28,091 | High | View File | |
| Chi Health - Mercy Corning | $34,181 | $3,958 to $34,583 | High | View File | |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Belmond | $147,917 | $21,980 to $300,582 | High | View File |
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.
Call HospitalCash pay prices for spinal fusion in the Des Moines metro area range from $465 to $147,917 based on data from 10 hospitals reporting under federal price transparency rules. The median price is $11,595. 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.
Pricing data sourced from federally mandated hospital Machine-Readable Files.
Disclosure required by 45 CFR Part 180.
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