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Was I overcharged for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $32,347–$95,315 for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC. Medicare pays $15,722.

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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Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $15.7K (Medicare rate) · $55.3K (City median)
$15,722
Medicare rate
$57,269
Chicago average
$32,347–$95,316
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If you received a bill for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 16 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $32,347 and $95,315. The city average is $57,269, which is 3.6x the Medicare benchmark of $15,722.

Hospital charges for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in Chicago

Hospital Charge
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL Lowest $32,347
SWEDISH HOSPITAL $35,063
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL $41,977
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER $44,570
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $46,943
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $51,209
JACKSON PARK HOSPITAL $51,295
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL $52,452
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $58,076
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER $59,565
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO $60,137
ROSELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL $61,538
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS $64,819
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $74,938
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER $86,065
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER Highest $95,316

What you can do

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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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Medicare pays $15,722 for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC. The CHICAGO average is $57,269. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $15,722 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $57,269. If your bill is significantly above $57,269, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 16 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $57,269. Prices range from $32,347 to $95,315. Medicare pays $15,722.
What should I do if I think my RENAL FAILURE 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 RENAL FAILURE 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 CHICAGO is 32347.31 — about $32,347.

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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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