Epidural Steroid Injection cost in Chesapeake, VA
Comparing 6 hospitals within 25 miles
Price range near Chesapeake
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $1,133 less than the most expensive option nearby.
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Before you schedule
If you're paying out of pocket for an epidural steroid injection in Chesapeake, the price you'll see can swing wildly — from around $550 to nearly $2,700 depending on which facility you choose. That's almost a five-fold difference for the same procedure. The median price sits around $1,685, so you could save over $1,100 by choosing a lower-priced option, or you might accidentally pay nearly double by picking the first place that comes up. This is one of those situations where a few phone calls now can genuinely change what you owe.
Call the billing department at 2–3 hospitals in your area and ask specifically for the cash price for an epidural steroid injection. Don't ask what insurance will pay — ask what they charge if you pay upfront yourself. Write down each number and compare. If cost is a real concern, ask whether they offer financial assistance or payment plans, since some facilities will work with you on pricing for uninsured or out-of-pocket patients.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Epidural Steroid Injection?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Epidural Steroid Injection costs $552 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $1,685 at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Chesapeake, Virginia — a 3.1x difference for the same procedure across 6 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $1,754.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 6 hospitals near Chesapeake (83%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $1,685 is below the Virginia average of $1,754.
Chesapeake, VA · 0 mi away · 3★
8 insurance plans. Cheapest: Aetna. Most expensive: Cigna.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $552 | $1,379 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $1,685 | $3,370 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $1,685 | $3,370 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $1,685 | $3,370 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $1,685 | $3,370 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 18.4 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $1,685 | $3,370 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 18.1 mi |
Common questions
How much does Epidural Steroid Injection cost in Chesapeake, VA?
Epidural Steroid Injection costs between $552 and $1,685 at 6 facilities near Chesapeake, Virginia. The median price is $1,685. The Virginia statewide average is $1,754.
Which hospital is cheapest for Epidural Steroid Injection near Chesapeake?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $552. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Chesapeake, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital) has a 4-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Epidural Steroid Injection near Chesapeake is $1,133 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($552) and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital ($1,685).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →