Prices at 9 hospitals in Maine, from their machine-readable files.
Cash / self-pay (median)
$7,033
Chargemaster (median)
$24,543
Insurer-negotiated (median)
$1,999
Medicare pays
$962
Typical cash range: $2,997 – $11,069.
Lowest cash prices
| Hospital | Location | Cash | Insurer | CMS rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Down East Community Hospital | Machias, ME | $1,989 | $2,165 | ★ 4/5 |
| St Joseph Hospital | Bangor, ME | $12,077 | $8,413 | ★ 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.