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Was I overcharged for RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in Houston, TX?

Hospitals in HOUSTON, TX charge $88,655–$226,086 for RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS. Medicare pays $21,214.

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.

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Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$248.7K
$141.8K
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Houston average vs. benchmarks: $21.2K (Medicare rate) · $125.5K (City median)
$21,214
Medicare rate
$141,837
Houston average
$88,656–$226,086
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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 SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in HOUSTON, here's how to evaluate it. The 5 hospitals in HOUSTON charge between $88,655 and $226,086. The city average is $141,836, which is 6.7x the Medicare benchmark of $21,214.

Hospital charges for RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in Houston

Hospital Charge
MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL SYSTEM Lowest $88,656
HOUSTON METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL $120,315
MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER $125,521
HOUSTON METHODIST WILLOWBROOK HOSPITAL $148,605
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL Highest $226,086

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.

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Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $21,214 for RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS. The HOUSTON average is $141,836. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in Houston

How do I know if I was overcharged for RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in HOUSTON?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $21,214 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in HOUSTON, TX is $141,836. If your bill is significantly above $141,836, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS in HOUSTON, TX?
Based on data from 5 hospitals in HOUSTON, the average charge is $141,836. Prices range from $88,655 to $226,086. Medicare pays $21,214.
What should I do if I think my RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS 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 SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS WITH VENTILATOR SUPPORT <=96 HOURS?
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 HOUSTON is 88655.79 — about $88,655.

Related pricing data

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MEMORIAL HERMANN HOSPITAL SYSTEM pricing
HOUSTON METHODIST WEST 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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