Meda
6505 Nicollet Ave, Richfield, MN, 55423
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?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“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
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Average in Minnesota
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
“National cremation society has helped us with my Mom and my Dads cremation. I like the convenience of their location, very easy to get to and the staff was very kind and able to answer our questions. I feel like they went out of our way to make us feel comfortable during a very difficult time. when my parents passed away, and I made one phone call to them everything fell into place. Very easy to navigate through in a difficult time in people’s lives. I would highly recommend them for your cremation needs. Robin Ockerman”
— Robin Ockerman
“With the death of my father, The Cremation Society has been very helpful and compassionate. My father had pre-arranged this service based on his wishes. We were guided through everything from beginning to end. The local staff Katherine and Elizabeth are wonderful to work with. They allow us to ask questions while being patient and thoughtful. They also check in regularly to see how we are doing and to offer assistance and grief resources. I highly recommend them for families to either pre-arrange or use their services.”
— Katie Sinkula
“This preplanning experience was easier and more pleasant than I had expected it to be. I do not know anyone else who has done this and after having to take care of a cremation recently that had no preplanning and was an unexpected death I knew I didn't want my family to have that what-do-I-do-now confusion. I felt totally relieved when I had signed the contract. Everything is in order, including the urn. My family has 1 phone number to call and everything will be taken care of for them and it's all paid for! Id recommend this for anyone considering cremation.”
— Cynthia Ehrhardt
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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