Prices at 3 hospitals in Washington DC, from their machine-readable files.
Cash / self-pay (median)
$14,228
Chargemaster (median)
$21,889
Insurer-negotiated (median)
$10,827
Medicare pays
$5,803
Typical cash range: $11,840 – $16,616.
Lowest cash prices
| Hospital | Location | Cash | Insurer | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center | Washington, DC | $11,243 | $10,827 | ★ 3/5 |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital | Washington, DC | $17,213 | $10,827 | ★ 3/5 |
CMS rating = the hospital’s overall star rating (1–5) from Medicare’s Care Compare; “—” means not rated. Source: hospitals’ machine-readable price files (45 CFR §180); Medicare benchmark from CMS PFS/CLFS/IPPS. Estimates — confirm with the hospital. Report an incorrect price.