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Was I overcharged for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in Baltimore, MD?

Hospitals in BALTIMORE, MD charge $16,770–$40,763 for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC. Medicare pays $20,332.

By Kevin Nyk , Medical Billing Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Kevin Nyk analyzes hospital pricing data at BillRazor Research. He specializes in Medicare reimbursement patterns and chargemaster pricing across U.S. hospitals. Expertise: hospital pricing, Medicare rates, chargemaster analysis.

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Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$42.2K
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Baltimore average vs. benchmarks: $20.3K (Medicare rate) · $22.7K (City median)
$20,332
Medicare rate
$24,593
Baltimore average
$16,770–$40,764
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If you received a bill for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in BALTIMORE, here's how to evaluate it. The 11 hospitals in BALTIMORE charge between $16,770 and $40,763. The city average is $24,592, which is 1.2x the Medicare benchmark of $20,332.

Hospital charges for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in Baltimore

Hospital Charge
SAINT AGNES HOSPITAL Lowest $16,770
MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL $17,848
GREATER BALTIMORE MEDICAL CENTER $17,893
MEDSTAR HARBOR HOSPITAL $18,540
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INC $19,149
MEDSTAR UNION MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $22,658
UNIVERSITY OF MD MEDICAL CENTER MIDTOWN CAMPUS $24,432
SINAI HOSPITAL OF BALTIMORE $26,774
JOHNS HOPKINS BAYVIEW MEDICAL CENTER $27,337
JOHNS HOPKINS HOSPITAL, THE $38,353
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND MEDICAL CENTER Highest $40,764

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 $20,332 for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC. The BALTIMORE average is $24,592. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in Baltimore

How do I know if I was overcharged for HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in BALTIMORE?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $20,332 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in BALTIMORE, MD is $24,592. If your bill is significantly above $24,592, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC in BALTIMORE, MD?
Based on data from 11 hospitals in BALTIMORE, the average charge is $24,592. Prices range from $16,770 to $40,763. Medicare pays $20,332.
What should I do if I think my HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK 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 HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK 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 BALTIMORE is 16770.25 — about $16,770.

Related pricing data

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SAINT AGNES HOSPITAL pricing
MEDSTAR GOOD SAMARITAN 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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