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Was I overcharged for MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in Pittsburgh, PA?

Hospitals in PITTSBURGH, PA charge $100,500–$208,695 for MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC. Medicare pays $15,003.

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.

6 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$229.6K
$138.2K
Well above average
Pittsburgh average vs. benchmarks: $15.0K (Medicare rate) · $122.0K (City median)
$15,004
Medicare rate
$138,169
Pittsburgh average
$100,501–$208,695
Price range
6
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 MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in PITTSBURGH, here's how to evaluate it. The 6 hospitals in PITTSBURGH charge between $100,500 and $208,695. The city average is $138,169, which is 9.2x the Medicare benchmark of $15,003.

Hospital charges for MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in Pittsburgh

Hospital Charge
ST CLAIR HOSPITAL Lowest $100,501
WEST PENN HOSPITAL $105,188
ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL $115,161
UPMC PASSAVANT $128,936
UPMC ST MARGARET $170,534
UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE Highest $208,695

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 $15,003 for MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC. The PITTSBURGH average is $138,169. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in Pittsburgh

How do I know if I was overcharged for MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in PITTSBURGH?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $15,003 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in PITTSBURGH, PA is $138,169. If your bill is significantly above $138,169, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC in PITTSBURGH, PA?
Based on data from 6 hospitals in PITTSBURGH, the average charge is $138,169. Prices range from $100,500 to $208,695. Medicare pays $15,003.
What should I do if I think my MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC 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 MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC?
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 PITTSBURGH is 100500.7 — about $100,500.

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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