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Was I overcharged for SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in Brooklyn, NY?

Hospitals in BROOKLYN, NY charge $39,994–$133,302 for SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC. Medicare pays $17,474.

By Michael Glenn , Healthcare Data Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Michael Glenn reviews CMS datasets and drug pricing at BillRazor Research. He focuses on NADAC acquisition costs and procedure coding accuracy. Expertise: drug pricing, NADAC data, CPT coding.

8 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$146.6K
$70.6K
Above average
Brooklyn average vs. benchmarks: $17.5K (Medicare rate) · $65.0K (City median)
$17,475
Medicare rate
$70,557
Brooklyn average
$39,995–$133,303
Price range
8
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 SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in BROOKLYN, here's how to evaluate it. The 8 hospitals in BROOKLYN charge between $39,994 and $133,302. The city average is $70,557, which is 4.0x the Medicare benchmark of $17,474.

Hospital charges for SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in Brooklyn

Hospital Charge
WYCKOFF HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER Lowest $39,995
BROOKDALE HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER $43,185
KINGS COUNTY HOSPITAL CENTER $51,273
NEW YORK COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF BROOKLYN, INC. $55,108
SUNY/DOWNSTATE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL OF BROOKLYN $74,978
MAIMONIDES MEDICAL CENTER $82,523
SOUTH BROOKLYN HEALTH $84,094
BROOKLYN HOSPITAL CENTER - DOWNTOWN CAMPUS Highest $133,303

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 $17,474 for SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC. The BROOKLYN average is $70,557. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in Brooklyn

How do I know if I was overcharged for SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in BROOKLYN?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $17,474 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in BROOKLYN, NY is $70,557. If your bill is significantly above $70,557, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC in BROOKLYN, NY?
Based on data from 8 hospitals in BROOKLYN, the average charge is $70,557. Prices range from $39,994 to $133,302. Medicare pays $17,474.
What should I do if I think my SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY 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 SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY 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 BROOKLYN is 39994.55 — about $39,994.

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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