How Much Is a Vasectomy?

If you no longer want children, having a vasectomy is more than 99 percent effective in preventing conception. This surgery is preformed on hundreds of thousands of men each year. Depending on several factors, the cost of the surgery will vary.

Inpatient Versus Outpatient

• Inpatient surgery takes place in a hospital and will usually cost from the low thousands to upwards of $12,000. Outpatient surgery takes place in a specialty practice or doctor's office and costs between $200 and $600. Inpatient vasectomies are more costly because you will typically spend more time recovering in observation in the hospital and the cost of anesthesia is typically higher there.

Vasectomy Variations

• There are several variations of this surgery. Two popular variations are narrowing the tubes so it's harder for sperm to travel, and rerouting sperm back to the body instead of to their normal exit.

Possible Complications

• Health complications may arise during the surgery that will affect price. Such complications can include blood loss and infection.

Location

• Your vasectomy bill will vary depending on the location of the hospital or practice office. Typically, clinics and hospitals will charge more if they're in a major city.

Skill Level

• The skill level of the doctor also affects pricing. More skilled doctors with years of experience will charge more for surgery.