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Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton

TANNER MEDICAL CENTER - CARROLLTON in Carrollton, GA charges 5.2x the Medicare reimbursement rate on average, based on analysis of 44 procedures at this government-owned facility.

Carrollton, GA 30117 · 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.

44 procedures analyzed
CMS price transparency data
Updated 2026-04-03
Median 3.6x2.1x15.0x
5.2x
Medicare markup ratio
GA lowestTanner Medical Center ...GA highest
5.2x
Avg markup ratio
4.8x
Median markup
44
Procedures
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Billing patterns — government

Government hospitals in our dataset demonstrate distinct billing patterns compared to other ownership types. With 374 facilities analyzed, these hospitals show an average markup of 4.2x Medicare rates, which typically falls below the industry average for comparable services. Government hospitals often maintain more standardized pricing structures due to regulatory oversight and public accountability requirements. Patients may encounter charges above the benchmark for certain procedures, though the potential difference between government hospital billing and private facilities can vary significantly by service type and geographic region. Common charge patterns include transparent itemization of services and adherence to established fee schedules. Patients should be aware that government hospitals frequently offer financial assistance programs and sliding scale payment options based on income eligibility. These facilities often provide detailed cost estimates upon request and maintain patient financial counselors to discuss billing arrangements before treatment when possible.

Pricing grade

D

High

Avg markup vs Medicare

5.17x

Charge / Medicare rate

Max markup

8x

Worst procedure

Procedures analyzed

44

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 WITH CC281$47,243$23,6218x
PERCUTANEOUS CARDIOVASCULAR PROCEDURES WITH INTRALUMINAL DEVICE WITHOUT MCC322$82,558$41,2797.2x
CIRCULATORY DISORDERS EXCEPT AMI, WITH CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION WITHOUT MCC287$51,796$25,8987x
PERCUTANEOUS CARDIOVASCULAR PROCEDURES WITH DRUG-ELUTING STENT WITHOUT MCC247$83,139$41,5706.8x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITHOUT CC/MCC310$25,214$12,6076.8x
OTHER CIRCULATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSES WITH MCC314$88,123$44,0616.6x
ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC392$34,947$17,4746.4x
CHEST PAIN313$33,727$16,8636.4x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITH MCC308$49,552$24,7766.3x
GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC389$34,661$17,3316.1x
GASTROINTESTINAL HEMORRHAGE WITH CC378$41,320$20,6606.1x
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC872$41,616$20,8085.9x
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITH CC309$32,532$16,2665.9x
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITH CC OR TPA IN 24 HOURS065$35,092$17,5465.8x
PERCUTANEOUS CARDIOVASCULAR PROCEDURES WITH DRUG-ELUTING STENT WITH MCC OR 4+ ARTERIES O246$114,396$57,1985.7x
GASTROINTESTINAL HEMORRHAGE WITH MCC377$66,786$33,3935.5x
CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE WITH MCC190$36,620$18,3105.3x
PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE189$46,297$23,1495.2x
CIRCULATORY DISORDERS EXCEPT AMI, WITH CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION WITH MCC286$66,198$33,0995x
ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC280$54,472$27,2364.9x
MISCELLANEOUS DISORDERS OF NUTRITION, METABOLISM, FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES WITH MCC640$42,235$21,1184.9x
CELLULITIS WITHOUT MCC603$28,107$14,0534.8x
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITHOUT MCC690$26,794$13,3974.8x
RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC682$46,526$23,2634.7x
HIP REPLACEMENT WITH PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS OF HIP FRACTURE WITHOUT MCC522$66,255$33,1274.7x
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC291$39,676$19,8384.7x
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITHOUT CC/MCC331$52,122$26,0614.6x
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC871$62,465$31,2324.6x
HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH CC481$63,575$31,7884.6x
EXTENSIVE O.R. PROCEDURES UNRELATED TO PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS WITH MCC981$173,169$86,5844.6x
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITH MCC689$36,752$18,3764.6x
OTHER KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT DIAGNOSES WITH MCC698$49,751$24,8764.6x
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC193$38,954$19,4774.5x
HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH MCC480$111,924$55,9624.4x
MISCELLANEOUS DISORDERS OF NUTRITION, METABOLISM, FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES WITHOUT MCC641$24,412$12,2064.3x
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH CC194$24,610$12,3054.3x
RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC177$51,794$25,8974.2x
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC330$67,033$33,5174.2x
OTHER VASCULAR PROCEDURES WITH MCC252$83,404$41,7024.1x
RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH CC178$32,205$16,1033.8x
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITH MCC064$53,743$26,8723.7x
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS208$65,387$32,6933.7x
RENAL FAILURE WITH CC683$21,974$10,9873.6x
INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC853$106,251$53,1263.6x

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FAQ — government hospital billing

How do government hospital billing rates compare to Medicare benchmarks?
Based on available data from 374 government hospitals, charges average 4.2 times the Medicare benchmark rates. Government hospitals, while publicly owned, still establish their own pricing structures that can result in charges above standard Medicare rates.
Why do government hospitals charge above Medicare rates if they're publicly owned?
Government hospitals operate as independent entities that must cover operational costs, equipment, and staffing expenses. Public ownership doesn't require hospitals to limit charges to Medicare benchmark levels, as they still need to maintain financial sustainability for continued operations.
What should I expect when reviewing a government hospital bill?
Government hospital bills typically show charges that may be several times higher than Medicare benchmark rates, with the average markup being approximately 4.2x across sampled facilities. The final amount you pay will depend on your insurance coverage, negotiated rates, and any applicable financial assistance programs.
Are there potential billing differences between government hospitals and other facility types?
Government hospitals show similar billing patterns to other hospital types, with charges typically set above Medicare benchmarks. The potential difference in what patients ultimately pay often depends more on individual insurance plans and hospital financial assistance policies than on the ownership structure of the facility.

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.

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