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Was I overcharged for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in San Francisco, CA?

Hospitals in SAN FRANCISCO, CA charge $68,413–$164,896 for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC. Medicare pays $24,164.

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.

9 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$181.4K
$104.0K
Well above average
San Francisco average vs. benchmarks: $24.2K (Medicare rate) · $77.8K (City median)
$24,164
Medicare rate
$103,988
San Francisco average
$68,414–$164,896
Price range
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Hospitals
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 SAN FRANCISCO, here's how to evaluate it. The 9 hospitals in SAN FRANCISCO charge between $68,413 and $164,896. The city average is $103,987, which is 4.3x the Medicare benchmark of $24,164.

Hospital charges for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in San Francisco

Hospital Charge
CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CTR-DAVIES CAMPUS HOSP Lowest $68,414
CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CENTER - MISSION BERNAL $70,704
CHINESE HOSPITAL $75,737
LAGUNA HONDA HOSPITAL & REHABILITATION CENTER $76,635
CALIFORNIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CENTER- VAN NESS CAMPUS $77,759
UCSF HEALTH ST. MARY'S HOSPITAL $113,575
UCSF HEALTH SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL $135,765
ZUCKERBERG SAN FRANCISCO GENERAL HOSP & TRAUMA CTR $152,404
UCSF MEDICAL CENTER Highest $164,896

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 $24,164 for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC. The SAN FRANCISCO average is $103,987. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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Rates shown are from the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and CMS IPPS. BillRazor compares your bill against these data sources. See how it works →

FAQ — RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in San Francisco

How do I know if I was overcharged for RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC in SAN FRANCISCO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $24,164 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in SAN FRANCISCO, CA is $103,987. If your bill is significantly above $103,987, 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 SAN FRANCISCO, CA?
Based on data from 9 hospitals in SAN FRANCISCO, the average charge is $103,987. Prices range from $68,413 to $164,896. Medicare pays $24,164.
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 SAN FRANCISCO is 68413.73 — about $68,413.

Related pricing data

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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