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Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center

Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center in Midlothian, VA charges 5.2x the Medicare reimbursement rate across 76 analyzed procedures at this nonprofit-religious hospital.

Midlothian, VA 23114 · Acute Care Hospitals · CMS Rating: 3/5

By David Park , Healthcare Cost Researcher · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

David Park researches procedure pricing and insurance reimbursement patterns at BillRazor Research. He specializes in cost comparison across care settings and metropolitan areas. Expertise: procedure pricing, insurance reimbursement, cost comparison.

76 procedures analyzed
CMS price transparency data
Updated 2026-04-03
Median 3.6x2.1x15.0x
5.2x
Medicare markup ratio
VA lowestBon Secours St Francis...VA highest
5.2x
Avg markup ratio
5.0x
Median markup
76
Procedures
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Billing patterns — nonprofit-religious

Nonprofit religious hospitals, representing 203 facilities in the dataset, demonstrate an average markup of 5.4x Medicare rates, positioning them in the mid-range compared to other ownership types. These institutions typically maintain standardized charge structures across their health system networks, often reflecting their mission-driven approach to healthcare delivery. Patients at nonprofit religious hospitals may encounter charges above the benchmark for routine procedures, though many offer financial assistance programs and charity care policies that can significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses for qualifying individuals. Common billing patterns include transparent pricing for elective procedures and comprehensive financial counseling services. The potential difference between listed charges and actual patient responsibility can be substantial, particularly for uninsured patients who may qualify for sliding-scale payment options. Patients should inquire about available financial assistance programs during the admissions process, as these hospitals often have more flexible payment arrangements compared to for-profit facilities, reflecting their tax-exempt status and community benefit obligations.

Pricing grade

D

High

Avg markup vs Medicare

5.15x

Charge / Medicare rate

Max markup

8.43x

Worst procedure

Procedures analyzed

76

With pricing data

Outlier procedures

0%

Above 90th percentile

Pricing grades reflect how this hospital's chargemaster (list) rates compare to Medicare reimbursement benchmarks within the same state. Grades measure pricing patterns only — not quality of care, patient outcomes, or clinical performance. A lower grade does not mean a hospital provides inferior care. Based on publicly available federal data. Not endorsed by or affiliated with any government agency.

ProcedureCodeGross chargeCash priceMedicareMarkup
ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITHOUT CC/MCC282$33,645$16,8238.4x
PERCUTANEOUS CARDIOVASCULAR PROCEDURES WITH DRUG-ELUTING STENT WITHOUT MCC247$102,559$51,2808.3x
COMBINED ANTERIOR AND POSTERIOR SPINAL FUSION WITH CC454$306,281$153,1408.1x
REVISION OF HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CC/MCC468$152,284$76,1427.5x
MAJOR HIP AND KNEE JOINT REPLACEMENT OR REATTACHMENT OF LOWER EXTREMITY WITHOUT MCC470$89,137$44,5687.2x
HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH CC481$88,799$44,3996.5x
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITHOUT CC/MCC066$26,979$13,4906.5x
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE WITH MCC190$43,497$21,7486.5x
TRANSIENT ISCHEMIA WITHOUT THROMBOLYTIC069$29,151$14,5756.5x
OTHER MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM AND CONNECTIVE TISSUE O.R. PROCEDURES WITH CC516$87,140$43,5706.4x
LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY WITHOUT C.D.E. WITH CC418$68,905$34,4526.3x
DIABETES WITH MCC637$59,699$29,8496.1x
ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH CC281$32,739$16,3696x
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH CC194$27,710$13,8556x
CIRCULATORY DISORDERS EXCEPT AMI, WITH CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION WITHOUT MCC287$38,950$19,4755.9x
DYSEQUILIBRIUM149$26,258$13,1295.9x
RED BLOOD CELL DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC812$33,848$16,9245.7x
SEIZURES WITHOUT MCC101$31,119$15,5605.7x
HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH MCC480$113,382$56,6915.7x
GASTROINTESTINAL HEMORRHAGE WITH CC378$34,939$17,4695.6x
ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC392$25,640$12,8205.6x
OTHER DIGESTIVE SYSTEM DIAGNOSES WITH CC394$32,786$16,3935.5x
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE WITH CC191$28,022$14,0115.5x
GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC389$27,404$13,7025.5x
EXTENSIVE O.R. PROCEDURES UNRELATED TO PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS WITH MCC981$185,413$92,7065.5x
PULMONARY EMBOLISM WITHOUT MCC176$26,899$13,4505.4x
CELLULITIS WITHOUT MCC603$29,808$14,9045.4x
CIRCULATORY DISORDERS EXCEPT AMI, WITH CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION WITH MCC286$67,052$33,5265.4x
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC193$43,987$21,9945.4x
BRONCHITIS AND ASTHMA WITH CC/MCC202$31,851$15,9255.4x
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS208$97,899$48,9495.4x
HIP REPLACEMENT WITH PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS OF HIP FRACTURE WITHOUT MCC522$75,275$37,6375.3x
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITH CC OR TPA IN 24 HOURS065$32,398$16,1995.3x
PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE189$41,448$20,7245.3x
GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITHOUT CC/MCC390$16,656$8,3285.2x
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITHOUT MCC690$23,968$11,9845.2x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITHOUT CC/MCC310$15,556$7,7785.1x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITH MCC308$38,426$19,2135.1x
MISCELLANEOUS DISORDERS OF NUTRITION, METABOLISM, FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES WITHOUT MCC641$22,657$11,3285x
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC330$80,984$40,4924.9x
HYPERTENSION WITHOUT MCC305$21,659$10,8304.9x
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH MCC329$158,747$79,3744.9x
MISCELLANEOUS DISORDERS OF NUTRITION, METABOLISM, FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES WITH MCC640$39,020$19,5104.8x
DISORDERS OF PANCREAS EXCEPT MALIGNANCY WITH CC439$24,580$12,2904.8x
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC872$30,175$15,0884.8x
SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE312$24,918$12,4594.8x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITH CC309$20,787$10,3934.7x
ENDOCRINE DISORDERS WITH MCC643$49,704$24,8524.7x
OTHER DISORDERS OF NERVOUS SYSTEM WITH CC092$27,980$13,9904.6x
RENAL FAILURE WITH CC683$25,869$12,9354.6x

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Pricing data from federal hospital transparency files and physician fee schedules. Last updated: . All data is publicly available under federal law.

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FAQ — nonprofit-religious hospital billing

How do nonprofit religious hospital charges compare to Medicare rates?
Data shows that 203 nonprofit religious hospitals have an average markup of 5.4 times Medicare rates for similar services. These hospitals operate under religious organizational structures while maintaining nonprofit tax status, which provides context for their billing practices and pricing structures.
What does a 5.4x Medicare markup mean for my medical bills?
A 5.4x markup means these hospitals typically charge 5.4 times what Medicare would pay for the same service. For example, if Medicare pays $1,000 for a procedure, the hospital's standard charge would average $5,400, though your actual out-of-pocket costs depend on your insurance coverage and negotiated rates.
Are nonprofit religious hospitals required to offer financial assistance?
Yes, nonprofit hospitals including religious institutions must provide charity care and financial assistance programs as a condition of their tax-exempt status. These hospitals are required to have written financial assistance policies and must make them publicly available, though the specific terms and eligibility requirements vary by institution.
How can I find out the actual charges at a specific nonprofit religious hospital?
Nonprofit hospitals are required to publish their standard charges online, typically called a 'chargemaster' or price transparency list. You can also request a good faith estimate before receiving services, which may show potential differences between standard charges and what you might actually pay based on your insurance coverage.

Related pricing data

Data: Federal hospital pricing data, updated annually. All data publicly available under federal law.

Methodology: Hospital gross charges divided by Medicare payment for the same DRG. A ratio of 3.0x means the hospital's listed price is 3 times what Medicare pays. Chargemaster rates are list prices — they are not what most insured patients pay. Grades measure pricing patterns only — not quality of care or clinical performance.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical, financial, or legal advice. Actual costs depend on your insurance and provider. We recommend verifying costs directly with your provider. Full methodology · Terms of use

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