Prices at 7 hospitals in Chicago, IL, from their machine-readable files.
Cash / self-pay (median)
$8,221
Chargemaster (median)
$10,448
Insurer-negotiated (median)
$7,447
Medicare pays
$962
Typical cash range: $3,171 – $13,271.
Lowest cash prices
| Hospital | Location | Cash | Insurer | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics | Chicago, IL | $1,909 | $1,511 | ★ 4/5 |
| Shriners Hospital For Children | Chicago, IL | $14,534 | $9,417 | — |
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.