Back Problems (without major complications) cost in Fargo, ND
MS-DRG 552 · 2 hospitals in Fargo
Charges here run from $24,690 to $27,870 — a difference of $3,181 for the same coded procedure, in the same city.
The typical North Dakota hospital charges $26,068.
Hospitals in Fargo, cheapest first
| Hospital | Charged | Actually paid | Patients |
|---|---|---|---|
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Essentia Health
Fargo, ND |
$24,690 5% below the state average | $7,232 | 19 |
|
B
Sanford Medical Center Fargo
Fargo, ND |
$27,870 7% above the state average | $8,948 | 75 |
These are the averages each hospital reported to Medicare, not a quote for you. Before treatment, ask each hospital for a written good-faith estimate — you are entitled to one if you are uninsured or paying yourself.