Having your baby at Methodist Midlothian Medical Center typically costs $7,941 for a vaginal birth and $11,294 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 $2,332 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 Methodist Midlothian 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 Methodist Midlothian 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 | $7,869 | $11,190 | $2,332 |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
| Cigna | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
| UnitedHealthcare | This hospital doesn't list a dollar price for this insurer | ||
| 90 Degree Benefits | $8,014 | $11,397 | $2,375 |
| City of Plano (employer plan) | $6,071 | $8,634 | $1,799 |
| Custom Ink (employer plan) | $7,329 | $10,404 | $2,298 |
| DART (employer plan) | $13,114 | $18,650 | $3,886 |
| Employers Health Network (EHN) | — | — | $836 |
| Evry Health | $12,143 | $17,269 | $3,599 |
| Sana Benefits | $7,286 | $10,361 | $2,159 |
| Tower Extrusions (employer plan) | $8,090 | $11,506 | $2,398 |
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 Methodist Midlothian Medical Center:
| Type of stay | Typical price | Range, by insurance plan |
|---|---|---|
| Vaginal birth, smooth delivery | $7,941 | $6,071–$13,114 |
| Vaginal birth with some complications | $8,881 | $6,790–$14,667 |
| Vaginal birth with serious complications | $12,712 | $9,719–$20,992 |
| C-section, smooth recovery | $11,294 | $8,634–$18,650 |
| C-section with some complications | $13,155 | $10,057–$21,724 |
| C-section with serious complications | $19,430 | $14,854–$32,085 |
Paying without insurance
Good news if you're paying yourself: Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is one of the few DFW hospitals that publishes a self-pay price. It's $5,722 for a vaginal birth and $13,123 for a C-section, for the hospital stay only. (The full sticker price is $11,444 and $26,245, but almost nobody pays that.) 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 I: care for low-risk pregnancies |
| Birthing-Friendly hospital | Yes |
| Medicare star rating | 4 out of 5 |
| Hospital group | Methodist Health System |
| Address | 1201 E Highway 287, Midlothian, TX 76065 |
| Phone | (469) 846-2000 |
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.
Nearby hospitals
- Methodist Celina Medical Center (Celina): vaginal birth $7,758, C-section $10,877
- Methodist Dallas Medical Center (Dallas): vaginal birth $14,163, C-section $19,677
- Methodist Mansfield Medical Center (Mansfield): vaginal birth $10,498, C-section $14,210
- Methodist Richardson Medical Center (Richardson): vaginal birth $10,645, C-section $13,576
- Methodist Southwest Medical Center (Dallas): vaginal birth $11,472, C-section $15,606
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to have a baby at Methodist Midlothian Medical Center?
Insurance plans typically pay Methodist Midlothian Medical Center $7,941 for a vaginal birth and $11,294 for a C-section, plus about $2,332 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 Methodist Midlothian Medical Center have a NICU?
Yes. Texas rates it Level I: care for healthy newborns.
Does Methodist Midlothian Medical Center have a self-pay price for having a baby?
Yes. It's $5,722 for a vaginal birth and $13,123 for a C-section, for the hospital stay only.