Last updated: March 2026
How Much Does Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Cost?
Cost Breakdown by Type
| Type / Procedure | Without Insurance | With Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Transcervical CVS | $1,500 – $4,000 | $200 – $800 |
| Transabdominal CVS | $1,500 – $4,000 | $200 – $800 |
| CVS with Genetic Analysis | $2,000 – $5,000 | $300 – $1,000 |
CPT/ADA Code: 59015
What Affects the Cost
- Brand-name vs. generic availability
- Insurance formulary tier placement
- Pharmacy choice (retail vs. mail-order vs. Costco)
- Manufacturer savings cards and coupons
- Dosage and quantity prescribed
- Geographic location
Insurance Coverage
Typical coverage: Diagnostic — covered when indicated by screening results or maternal age
Most insurance plans use a tiered formulary: Tier 1 (generic) $0-$15 copay, Tier 2 (preferred brand) $25-$75, Tier 3 (non-preferred brand) $50-$150, Tier 4 (specialty) $100-$500+. Prior authorization may be required for certain medications. Step therapy may require trying cheaper alternatives first.
How to Save Money
- Always ask for generic when available — saves 50-90%
- Use GoodRx, RxSaver, or similar discount cards
- Costco pharmacy is open to non-members and often has lowest prices
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs offers transparent low pricing
- Manufacturer patient assistance programs provide free medication to qualifying patients
- HSA/FSA funds can cover medication costs tax-free
Related Procedures & Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
CVS costs $1,500 to $5,000 without insurance including the procedure and genetic analysis.
CVS is performed earlier (10-13 weeks) than amniocentesis (15-20 weeks). Both diagnose chromosomal abnormalities, but CVS cannot detect neural tube defects.
CVS carries a miscarriage risk of about 0.2-0.5%, slightly higher than amniocentesis. The benefit of earlier results may outweigh the small additional risk.