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Was I overcharged for ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $19,210–$58,182 for ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC. Medicare pays $10,442.

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.

14 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$49.8K
$36.4K
Above average
Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $10.4K (Medicare rate) · $36.1K (City median)
$10,443
Medicare rate
$36,372
Chicago average
$19,210–$58,182
Price range
14
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 ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 14 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $19,210 and $58,182. The city average is $36,372, which is 3.5x the Medicare benchmark of $10,442.

Hospital charges for ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in Chicago

Hospital Charge
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL Lowest $19,210
INSIGHT HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER CHICAGO $26,533
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER $27,259
SWEDISH HOSPITAL $30,278
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL $31,209
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $33,187
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO $33,243
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $38,944
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL $39,754
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS $40,910
MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER $41,601
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $43,607
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER $45,291
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER Highest $58,182

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.

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Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $10,442 for ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC. The CHICAGO average is $36,372. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $10,442 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $36,372. If your bill is significantly above $36,372, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 14 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $36,372. Prices range from $19,210 to $58,182. Medicare pays $10,442.
What should I do if I think my ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT 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 ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT 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 19210.0 — about $19,210.

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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