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Anyone have recent pricing for knee replacement in CA?

Looking to compare prices before scheduling. The hospital quoted me $35K but I've heard cash pay can be much less.

General Hospital Los Angeles0 replies·

MRI pricing — huge variation across hospitals

I called five hospitals and got quotes ranging from $400 to $3,200 for the same MRI. Has anyone else noticed this?

St. Mary's Medical Center0 replies·

Tips for negotiating your hospital bill

I managed to get my bill reduced by 40% by simply asking for the cash pay rate. Worth asking even after the fact.

Northwestern Memorial Hospital0 replies·