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Was I overcharged for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in Baltimore, MD?

Hospitals in BALTIMORE, MD charge $18,409–$38,988 for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC. Medicare pays $21,727.

By Elena Vasquez , Medical Billing Research Lead · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Elena Vasquez leads hospital billing pattern analysis at BillRazor Research. She focuses on identifying overcharges, markup outliers, and patient advocacy strategies. Expertise: hospital billing patterns, overcharge analysis, patient advocacy.

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CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$42.9K
$26.2K
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Baltimore average vs. benchmarks: $21.7K (Medicare rate) · $24.2K (City median)
$21,728
Medicare rate
$26,205
Baltimore average
$18,410–$38,989
Price range
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Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors. Our system checks every line item against Medicare benchmarks.

If you received a bill for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in BALTIMORE, here's how to evaluate it. The 10 hospitals in BALTIMORE charge between $18,409 and $38,988. The city average is $26,204, which is 1.2x the Medicare benchmark of $21,727.

Hospital charges for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in Baltimore

Hospital Charge
GREATER BALTIMORE MEDICAL CENTER Lowest $18,410
MEDSTAR HARBOR HOSPITAL $18,862
SAINT AGNES HOSPITAL $21,219
MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL $22,373
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INC $23,955
MEDSTAR UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $24,496
JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER $27,178
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER $28,003
SINAI HOSPITAL OF BALTIMORE $38,562
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, THE Highest $38,989

What you can do

1
Request an itemized bill

Call the hospital billing department and request a full itemized bill (UB-04 form). This shows every charge by line item, making it easier to spot errors.

2
Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $21,727 for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC. The BALTIMORE average is $26,204. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in Baltimore

How do I know if I was overcharged for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in BALTIMORE?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $21,727 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in BALTIMORE, MD is $26,204. If your bill is significantly above $26,204, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in BALTIMORE, MD?
Based on data from 10 hospitals in BALTIMORE, the average charge is $26,204. Prices range from $18,409 to $38,988. Medicare pays $21,727.
What should I do if I think my RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC bill is too high?
Three steps: (1) Request an itemized bill — hospitals are required to provide one. (2) Compare each line item against Medicare benchmarks using a tool like BillRazor. (3) If errors are found, dispute the charges in writing. Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors.
Can I negotiate a lower price for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC?
Yes. Cash-pay patients can often negotiate 30–60% off chargemaster rates. You can also ask about payment plans, financial assistance programs, or whether an ASC (surgery center) option is available. The cheapest option in BALTIMORE is 18409.59 — about $18,409.

Related pricing data

RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC cost guideNational pricing breakdown across care settings
Baltimore, MD hospital pricingCompare all hospitals in Baltimore
GREATER BALTIMORE MEDICAL CENTER pricing
MEDSTAR HARBOR HOSPITAL pricing

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Data: Federal hospital payment data, FY 2024. Hospital charges are average covered charges reported to the federal government. All publicly available under federal law.

Methodology: Fair price benchmarks are based on Medicare reimbursement rates and city-level charge distributions. The gauge shows where a price falls relative to the Medicare rate (green), city median (yellow), and highest hospital charge (red).

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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