Hospital prices in Houston, TX
This page summarizes estimated hospital price ranges for the 4 shoppable procedures we track in Houston, TX. For each procedure you can see a typical estimate plus lower-cost and higher-cost estimates, which captures how widely the same care is billed across local hospitals. Figures are estimates compiled from published price-transparency sources, not quotes; confirm an exact, all-in price with the hospital and your insurer before scheduling care.
Source: FAIR Health (Cost of Giving Birth tracker & FH Consumer), Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker, Sidecar Health cost guides, CMS/Medicare Procedure Price Lookup, and published hospital cash-price analyses. Data as of 2026-06-13.
About this metro
Major Sun Belt market with a mix of large nonprofit systems and freestanding facilities; cash/self-pay prices are often competitive at imaging and surgery centers.
Price ranges by procedure
| Procedure | Lower-cost est. | Typical est. | Higher-cost est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brain MRI | $450 | $830 | $3,300 |
| Colonoscopy | $850 | $1,200 | $4,000 |
| Vaginal delivery | $9,000 | $13,000 | $24,000 |
| Knee replacement | $14,000 | $24,000 | $44,000 |
Source: FAIR Health (Cost of Giving Birth tracker & FH Consumer), Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker, Sidecar Health cost guides, CMS/Medicare Procedure Price Lookup, and published hospital cash-price analyses. Data as of 2026-06-13.
Price type: Typical published price estimate (facility/procedure cash price for imaging & outpatient; all-in total cost for inpatient), USD. Estimates from published price guides — click a procedure for full detail and the questions to ask.
- MRI of the brain (without contrast) in Houston, TX (typical estimate $830)
- Colonoscopy (diagnostic) in Houston, TX (typical estimate $1,200)
- Childbirth — vaginal delivery in Houston, TX (typical estimate $13,000)
- Total knee replacement in Houston, TX (typical estimate $24,000)
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Disclaimer
These are estimates compiled from published price-transparency sources, not quotes or medical/financial advice. See our disclaimer and methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-13