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Laminectomy (Lumbar, 1
Level) · Austin, TX

Surgical removal of the lamina to relieve spinal cord or nerve pressure in the lower back.

CPT 63047Back CareLess CommonVery High variance✓ 6 verified🩺 In-person only

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RANK #1#1 BEST
Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital
CASH-PAY · IN-PERSON◆ VERIFIED May 5TRANSPARENT
$9,050
SURGEONIncluded
FACILITYIncluded
ANESTHESIAIncluded

CMS-mandated hospital transparency rule: discounted cash price for 63047 REMOVE SPINE LAMINA 1 LMBR. Source: hospital CDM (Charge Description Master) effective 2026-01-01. Verify via (512) 346-1994 — separate surgeon/anesthesia fees may apply for some procedures.

RANK #2#2 RUNNER-UP
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — Austin
CASH-PAY · IN-PERSON◆ VERIFIED May 5TRANSPARENT
$10,900
SURGEONIncluded
FACILITYIncluded
ANESTHESIAIncluded

Hospital CMS price transparency disclosure (discounted cash). Source: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — Austin CDM. 5245 W US Hwy 290, Austin 78735. Phone (512) 509-0200. Verify all-in-ness — surgeon/anesthesia may bill separately.

RANK #3#3 VERIFIED
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — Buda
CASH-PAY · IN-PERSON◆ VERIFIED May 5TRANSPARENT
$10,900
SURGEONIncluded
FACILITYIncluded
ANESTHESIAIncluded

Hospital CMS price transparency disclosure (discounted cash). Source: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — Buda CDM. 5330 Overpass Rd, Buda 78610. Phone (737) 215-7000. Verify all-in-ness — surgeon/anesthesia may bill separately.

Three-bill breakdown

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Surgeon Fee
Surgeon's professional fee
$3,500–$10,000
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Facility / OR Fee
Operating room or surgery center
$8,000–$30,000
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Anesthesiologist Fee
Separate bill from anesthesiologist
$3,500–$10,000
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Total estimated
$15,000–$50,000
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How much does Laminectomy (Lumbar, 1 Level) cost in Austin without insurance?+
Cash-pay prices for Laminectomy (Lumbar, 1 Level) in Austin range $10,000–$50,000. We track Austin providers — compare side-by-side above and call the one whose price and location works for you.
What's included in the cash price?+
Cash-pay bundles typically cover the provider's professional fee, facility/visit fee, and (for procedures) any supplies used in-office. Pathology, imaging, and anesthesia are sometimes billed separately — confirm the bundle with the front desk before scheduling.
Do I need a referral?+
Most Austin cash-pay clinics on MarketCare accept self-referrals. Some may request a short intake or a prior consult visit. Call the provider to confirm.
Can I use HSA/FSA funds?+
Yes — Laminectomy (Lumbar, 1 Level) is a qualified medical expense. Ask for an itemized receipt with the CPT code for your HSA/FSA reimbursement.
Why does MarketCare show cash prices instead of insurance?+
Cash-pay prices skip claim coding, prior-auth, and facility markups. Providers price flat because they'll be paid on the spot — often 40–70% below the insured rate. If you're close to hitting your deductible, running it through insurance may still be cheaper overall.
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