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Ureteral stent placement in Iowa: what it costs

What Medicare pays for ureteral stent placement in Iowa in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$1,811
$1,768–$1,855 across Iowa
Hospital outpatient
$3,627
$3,518–$3,737 across Iowa

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Questions

How much does ureteral stent placement cost in Iowa?

Medicare's 2026 price for ureteral stent placement in Iowa is $1,768–$1,855 at surgery center; $3,518–$3,737 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is ureteral stent placement cheapest in Iowa?

At surgery center, from $1,768. Hospital outpatient runs up to $3,737 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

Enter your ZIP code in the Price Shopper to see your local Medicare price in each setting, hospitals near you, and what you might owe with Medicare, employer insurance or paying yourself.