Price Checker / CPT 59001
How much does Amniocentesis Therapeutic cost?
CPT 59001 · Based on 2026 Medicare rates and hospital-published pricing
The average hospital charge is a bit above the fair range. It may be worth asking for the cash/self-pay rate.
Fair price
$240–$480
What this should cost
With insurance
~$2,350
Typical out-of-pocket
Overcharged if over
$600
Push back above this
The average hospital charge of $496 is $136 over the fair price.
What hospitals charge for Amniocentesis Therapeutic
From hospital-published transparency (MRF) files. These are the hospitals in our database that list this procedure.
| Hospital | Gross Charge | Cash Rate | vs Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Mexico Hospital , NM | $496 | — | 5229% |
| UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center , NM | $496 | — | 5229% |
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About Amniocentesis Therapeutic
CPT code 59001 refers to amniocentesis therapeutic (billing description: "Amniocentesis therapeutic"). Under the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, it is reimbursed at $160 in a facility (hospital or surgery center) and $160 in a doctor's office.
The Medicare rate is the closest thing to an objective "what this work is actually worth." A fair cash price for the uninsured is generally 1.5–3x that rate. Hospital sticker (gross) charges are often far higher — but almost nobody actually pays them.
What to do if you were overcharged
- 1Send us your bill — we'll identify this code and compare it against the rates shown above.
- 2Get a dispute letter — citing the Medicare rate and your hospital's own published pricing data.
- 3We negotiate for you — 25% of savings, no savings = no fee.