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Was I overcharged for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Saint Louis, MO?

Hospitals in SAINT LOUIS, MO charge $24,127–$71,695 for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE. Medicare pays $9,404.

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.

7 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$78.9K
$46.0K
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Saint Louis average vs. benchmarks: $9.4K (Medicare rate) · $42.6K (City median)
$9,405
Medicare rate
$46,027
Saint Louis average
$24,128–$71,695
Price range
7
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 SAINT LOUIS, here's how to evaluate it. The 7 hospitals in SAINT LOUIS charge between $24,127 and $71,695. The city average is $46,027, which is 4.9x the Medicare benchmark of $9,404.

Hospital charges for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Saint Louis

Hospital Charge
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - ST LOUIS Lowest $24,128
MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTH $33,333
MERCY HOSPITAL ST LOUIS $40,969
MISSOURI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER $42,566
CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL NORTHEAST $49,950
SSM HEALTH SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL $59,549
BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL Highest $71,695

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 $9,404 for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE. The SAINT LOUIS average is $46,027. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in Saint Louis

How do I know if I was overcharged for PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE in SAINT LOUIS?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $9,404 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in SAINT LOUIS, MO is $46,027. If your bill is significantly above $46,027, 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 SAINT LOUIS, MO?
Based on data from 7 hospitals in SAINT LOUIS, the average charge is $46,027. Prices range from $24,127 to $71,695. Medicare pays $9,404.
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 SAINT LOUIS is 24127.71 — about $24,127.

Related pricing data

PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE cost guideNational pricing breakdown across care settings
Saint Louis, MO hospital pricingCompare all hospitals in Saint Louis
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - ST LOUIS pricing
MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTH 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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