Comparing cash prices at two hospitals on the 2 procedures both publish. Start over ·
Mercyone Newton Medical Center is cheaper overall — its cash prices run about 3% lower than Boone County Hospital (median across 2 shared procedures), winning on 1 of them.
| Procedure | Mercyone Newton Medical Center | Boone County Hospital | Medicare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pap smear (cervical screening) | $80 | $66 | $20 |
| Screening colonoscopy | $705 | $958 | $378 |
Green = lower cash price. Source: hospitals' machine-readable files (45 CFR §180). Estimates — confirm with the hospital.