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Was I overcharged for GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in Saint Louis, MO?

Hospitals in SAINT LOUIS, MO charge $19,674–$37,273 for GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC. Medicare pays $5,614.

By Priya Iyengar , Senior Billing Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Priya Iyengar leads the billing code review team at BillRazor Research. She analyzes NCCI bundling edits, DRG coding, and regional rate variation. Expertise: NCCI bundling, DRG analysis, regional pricing.

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Updated 2026-04-03
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Saint Louis average vs. benchmarks: $5.6K (Medicare rate) · $23.7K (City median)
$5,615
Medicare rate
$26,001
Saint Louis average
$19,674–$37,274
Price range
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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 GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in SAINT LOUIS, here's how to evaluate it. The 6 hospitals in SAINT LOUIS charge between $19,674 and $37,273. The city average is $26,001, which is 4.6x the Medicare benchmark of $5,614.

Hospital charges for GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in Saint Louis

Hospital Charge
MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTH Lowest $19,674
MISSOURI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER $23,324
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL - ST LOUIS $23,625
MERCY HOSPITAL ST LOUIS $23,869
CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL NORTHEAST $28,241
BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL Highest $37,274

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 $5,614 for GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC. The SAINT LOUIS average is $26,001. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in Saint Louis

How do I know if I was overcharged for GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in SAINT LOUIS?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $5,614 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in SAINT LOUIS, MO is $26,001. If your bill is significantly above $26,001, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION WITH CC in SAINT LOUIS, MO?
Based on data from 6 hospitals in SAINT LOUIS, the average charge is $26,001. Prices range from $19,674 to $37,273. Medicare pays $5,614.
What should I do if I think my GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION 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 GASTROINTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION 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 SAINT LOUIS is 19674.16 — about $19,674.

Related pricing data

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MERCY HOSPITAL SOUTH pricing
MISSOURI BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER 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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