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Was I overcharged for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $18,578–$44,826 for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE. Medicare pays $12,439.

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$49.3K
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Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $12.4K (Medicare rate) · $37.6K (City median)
$12,440
Medicare rate
$35,183
Chicago average
$18,578–$44,827
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If you received a bill for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 10 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $18,578 and $44,826. The city average is $35,182, which is 2.8x the Medicare benchmark of $12,439.

Hospital charges for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in Chicago

Hospital Charge
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL Lowest $18,578
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER $25,723
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER $26,506
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL $33,317
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $36,093
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER $39,195
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $41,934
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $42,237
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL $43,418
MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER Highest $44,827

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 $12,439 for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE. The CHICAGO average is $35,182. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $12,439 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $35,182. If your bill is significantly above $35,182, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 10 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $35,182. Prices range from $18,578 to $44,826. Medicare pays $12,439.
What should I do if I think my SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE 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 SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE?
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 18578.33 — about $18,578.

Related pricing data

SYNCOPE AND COLLAPSE cost guideNational pricing breakdown across care settings
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JOHN H STROGER JR 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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