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Was I overcharged for INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in Chicago, IL?

Hospitals in CHICAGO, IL charge $121,322–$374,027 for INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC. Medicare pays $51,434.

By Michael Glenn , Healthcare Data Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Michael Glenn reviews CMS datasets and drug pricing at BillRazor Research. He focuses on NADAC acquisition costs and procedure coding accuracy. Expertise: drug pricing, NADAC data, CPT coding.

14 hospitals compared
CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$378.1K
$215.8K
Well above average
Chicago average vs. benchmarks: $51.4K (Medicare rate) · $186.6K (City median)
$51,435
Medicare rate
$215,846
Chicago average
$121,322–$374,027
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 INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in CHICAGO, here's how to evaluate it. The 14 hospitals in CHICAGO charge between $121,322 and $374,027. The city average is $215,845, which is 4.2x the Medicare benchmark of $51,434.

Hospital charges for INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in Chicago

Hospital Charge
ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL Lowest $121,322
JOHN H STROGER JR HOSPITAL $140,703
SWEDISH HOSPITAL $154,300
RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER $155,564
PRESENCE SAINT JOSEPH HOSPITAL - CHICAGO $167,917
LOUIS A WEISS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $174,748
COMMUNITY FIRST MEDICAL CENTER $183,853
MT SINAI HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER $189,394
AMITA HEALTH RESURRECTION MEDICAL CENTER $217,566
ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER $228,376
PRESENCE SAINTS MARY AND ELIZABETH MEDICAL CENTER $245,864
NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL $324,511
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS $343,691
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO MEDICAL CENTER Highest $374,027

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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Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $51,434 for INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC. The CHICAGO average is $215,845. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in Chicago

How do I know if I was overcharged for INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in CHICAGO?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $51,434 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in CHICAGO, IL is $215,845. If your bill is significantly above $215,845, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC in CHICAGO, IL?
Based on data from 14 hospitals in CHICAGO, the average charge is $215,845. Prices range from $121,322 to $374,027. Medicare pays $51,434.
What should I do if I think my INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES 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 INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES 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 121322.37 — about $121,322.

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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