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Was I overcharged for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $34,860–$100,555 for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE. Medicare pays $14,950.

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$84.4K
$54.9K
Well above average
Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $15.0K (Medicare rate) · $47.7K (City median)
$14,950
Medicare rate
$54,930
Chicago average
$34,861–$100,555
Price range
14
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 PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 14 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $34,860 and $100,555. The city average is $54,930, which is 3.7x the Medicare benchmark of $14,950.

Hospital charges for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Chicago

Hospital Charge
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Lowest $34,861
MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER $35,372
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL $40,477
SWEDISH HOSPITAL $40,698
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $44,212
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER $46,279
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $46,626
HUMBOLDT PARK HEALTH $48,826
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL $54,571
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $62,808
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER $65,008
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS $72,042
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $76,691
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER Highest $100,555

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 $14,950 for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE. The CHICAGO average is $54,930. 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 — PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $14,950 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $54,930. If your bill is significantly above $54,930, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 14 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $54,930. Prices range from $34,860 to $100,555. Medicare pays $14,950.
What should I do if I think my PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE 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 PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE?
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 CHICAGO is 34860.63 — about $34,860.

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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