Having your baby at Lake Granbury Medical Center typically costs $7,933 for a vaginal birth and $12,684 for a C-section. That's what insurance plans usually pay the hospital for an uncomplicated birth, based on our analysis of the price data the hospital is required to publish. Your own share depends on your plan. Most people with insurance pay their deductible plus a percentage, up to their out-of-pocket max. Doctor bills (your OB, the anesthesiologist and the pediatrician) come separately, and your baby gets their own hospital bill too (usually around $2,018 here).
What will you pay with your insurance?
Choose your hospital and insurance, then add your plan's numbers. You'll find them on your insurance card, app or benefits summary. What you type stays on your device.
This is a helpful estimate, not a quote. Your real bill depends on your plan, your doctors and how the birth goes. It's always worth a quick call to your insurance before your due date.
Prices at Lake Granbury Medical Center by insurance company
Each insurance company negotiates its own price with the hospital, so your price depends on your insurance. Here's what each one has agreed to pay Lake Granbury Medical Center for mom's stay and your baby's stay. If an insurer has several plans, you'll see the typical price and the range underneath.
| Insurance | Vaginal birth | C-section | Baby's stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | $7,933 $7,558–$7,933 | $12,684 $12,084–$12,684 | $2,018 $1,923–$2,018 |
| Cigna | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
| UnitedHealthcare | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
If the birth doesn't go as planned
If there are complications, like a longer stay or extra treatment, the hospital charges more. Here's how the price changes at Lake Granbury Medical Center:
| Type of stay | Typical price | Range, by insurance plan |
|---|---|---|
| Vaginal birth, smooth delivery | $7,933 | $7,558–$7,933 |
| Vaginal birth with some complications | $9,662 | $9,205–$9,662 |
| Vaginal birth with serious complications | $9,662 | $9,205–$9,662 |
| C-section, smooth recovery | $12,684 | $12,084–$12,684 |
| C-section with some complications | $15,262 | $14,540–$15,262 |
| C-section with serious complications | $15,262 | $14,540–$15,262 |
Paying without insurance
Lake Granbury Medical Center doesn't publish a self-pay price for having a baby. If you're paying yourself, call the hospital and ask for their self-pay package price and a written Good Faith Estimate. You're entitled to one by law. More tips in our guide to giving birth without insurance.
Care for you and your baby
| NICU (newborn intensive care) | Level I: care for healthy newborns |
|---|---|
| Care for mom | Level II: care for moderate-risk pregnancies |
| Birthing-Friendly hospital | Yes |
| Medicare star rating | 3 out of 5 |
| Hospital group | Community Health Systems (CHS) |
| Address | 1310 Paluxy Rd, Granbury, TX 76048 |
| Phone | (817) 573-2683 |
Texas rates every birthing hospital's level of care for moms and babies. At Level III or IV, the hospital can care for very premature or sick babies on site. At Level I or II, a baby who needs intensive care may be moved to another hospital. "Birthing-Friendly" is a Medicare badge for hospitals that take part in programs to make childbirth safer.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to have a baby at Lake Granbury Medical Center?
Insurance plans typically pay Lake Granbury Medical Center $7,933 for a vaginal birth and $12,684 for a C-section, plus about $2,018 for your baby's stay. Doctor bills are extra. What you pay yourself depends on your deductible, coinsurance and out-of-pocket max. Our estimator above can give you a personal estimate.
Does Lake Granbury Medical Center have a NICU?
Yes. Texas rates it Level I: care for healthy newborns.
Does Lake Granbury Medical Center have a self-pay price for having a baby?
It doesn't publish one. Call the hospital and ask for a self-pay package price and a Good Faith Estimate.