This procedure involves cutting and blocking the tubes that carry sperm. This prevents sperm from leaving a man’s body and resulting in a pregnancy.
The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.
$ 805
743
Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.
Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.
This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
A visit with a specialist for a detailed evaluation and treatment of your symptoms
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$ 158
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NA
The cutting of the tube in the scrotum that carries sperm to the urethra
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$ 570
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NA
A checkup, including sperm analysis, after your procedure
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$ 77
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NA
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$ 805
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
Vasectomy is most often done in the surgeon's office using local anesthesia. You will be awake but not feel any pain.
You may have a vasectomy without a surgical cut. This is called a no-scalpel vasectomy (NSV). For this procedure: In a regular vasectomy, a small incision is made on each side of the scrotum. In a no-scalpel vasectomy, a sharp instrument is used to pierce the skin and make a single opening. A stitch or surgical glue is used to seal the openings in both forms of the procedure.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
This minimally invasive surgery uses small instruments and a camera to cut or clamp the fallopian tubes to prevent a pregnancy. This care bundle includes an office visit before and after the surgical procedure.
This is the insertion of a small device, called an IUD, into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. This care bundle includes an office visit and insertion of intrauterine device.