 | SB - November 19 |
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I dont know if this is the right place to ask this question but i need to find out.I am 9 weeks pregnant and as am not an american citizen (europian citizen) how much do i really need to pay my gynecologist per visit whilst i am not cavered by any usa insurance. And what are the costs of a c-section and va___al birth?
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 | EB - November 19 |
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The way medical costs are determined in the U.S. is very confusing. All I can tell you is that it is extremely expensive. If you want to know the actual price, best thing to do is call an OB's office. You can look on the web, but some quotes from a government site said that it costs $11,500 for uncomplicated c-section on average. Vaginal delivery is around $7000. Those costs are only cover labor. Expenses will acrue that you might not even consider. Lab tests alone will cost you anywhere from $30-$300. Ultrasound will cost around $500-$600. If you have any complications whatsoever, the costs will be out of control.
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| EB - November 19 |
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I should clarify, that each lab test costs anywhere from $30-$300. There are tons of lab tests done during pregnancy. Go to a local hospital and talk to a financial adviser or social worker to see what resources are available to you.
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| SB - November 19 |
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These costs are insurance covered right? i mean without insurance its gonna be much more?
Thanks a lot for your response.
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You might have better luck with a midwife than going through a hospital. Or try making your appointments through something like planned parenthood, where you pay on a sliding scale and they can do all your monthly appointments and the regular stuff. Also, I believe some states will cover pregnant mothers even if they aren't us citizens -- I'm pretty sure my friend qualified for a__sistance, she didn't have her green card yet and we live in wisconsin. Good luck!
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