4200 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
Ask whether assignment is available for your policy and location, what fees apply, and what you must pay upfront. MedaSynq does not arrange assignments.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral homes must give price information by telephone and a written General Price List when you visit in person. Federal law does not require them to send the list by mail or email. You can select individual goods and services and use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Iowa
$2,246 – $7,063
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,246–$7,063. If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. The insurer decides whether to pay. There is no upfront fee; separate service terms apply.
“These people made everything seamless for me. Constant support, reassurance, and reliability. Thank you all for the hard work, dedication and empathy you've shown me.”
— Allison Bahlmann
“My father passed away last June and my sister and mother had had enough foresight to choose Iowa Cremation for after his passing. Everything was so decision-free, which is what we needed at that time. They had previously researched and chosen which plan, everything was paid for, and the instructions were very clear. Both my mother and sister have chosen plans with IA Cremation and my husband and I decided it was what would work best of us. My main concern is to make things as easy as possible for our (adult) children; no questions or decisions to have to make at such an emotional time. Iowa Cremation has quickly answered any questions I've had before making our decision. Two of our children live out of state, plus we travel often - so, when we saw that the Basic Plan included the same service if we passed in a (contiguous) state other than IA, that really sold us. The price was the same this year as when my parents and sister purchase theirs 2-3 years ago. We feel the price is very reasonable, when you look at the cost of a funeral home. After my father's passing (hospice, in their home), IA Cremation gave us as much time as we wanted with him. They were extremely kind, thoughtful and respectful. I would recommend them highly.”
— Angela Simpson
“Our family has now had two recent experiences with Iowa Cremation, and both were caring and meaningful to us.”
— Rachel Cheeney (Iowa RE Broker)
If your family knows of a life insurance policy, Claim Assist can help file and follow up on the claim. No upfront fee; the service fee and terms are disclosed before you enroll.
Are you Iowa Cremation?
Claim and verify your free listing to show your services and pricing and receive family requests. Optional services have separate terms.
Claim your free listing“Do you offer payment plans?”
Many funeral homes allow you to spread the cost over time. Ask about down payments, terms, and financing options.