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Was I overcharged for ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $42,763–$94,052 for ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC. Medicare pays $17,388.

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.

15 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$102.6K
$67.8K
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Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $17.4K (Medicare rate) · $62.2K (City median)
$17,388
Medicare rate
$67,787
Chicago average
$42,763–$94,053
Price range
15
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 ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 15 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $42,763 and $94,052. The city average is $67,787, which is 3.9x the Medicare benchmark of $17,388.

Hospital charges for ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in Chicago

Hospital Charge
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Lowest $42,763
INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER CHICAGO $45,934
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL $46,263
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL $50,493
SWEDISH HOSPITAL $57,874
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $60,140
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL $61,513
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER $62,156
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO $73,384
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER $75,933
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $79,308
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER $85,881
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $87,829
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $93,285
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS Highest $94,053

What you can do

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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 $17,388 for ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC. The CHICAGO average is $67,787. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $17,388 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $67,787. If your bill is significantly above $67,787, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 15 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $67,787. Prices range from $42,763 to $94,052. Medicare pays $17,388.
What should I do if I think my ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE 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 ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE 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 CHICAGO is 42763.22 — about $42,763.

Related pricing data

ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, DISCHARGED ALIVE WITH MCC cost guideNational pricing breakdown across care settings
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RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER pricing
INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER CHICAGO 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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