Compare hospital prices in 2026.
Compare actual hospital prices side by side. Search 445,000+ negotiated rates from 5,400+ hospitals to find the lowest price for your procedure.
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How to Compare Hospital Prices
1. Search Your Procedure
Enter a procedure name, CPT code, or keyword. Our database covers thousands of procedures from MRI to knee replacement.
2. Compare Prices
See real negotiated rates from multiple hospitals. Sort by price to find the lowest cost option in your area.
3. Save or Negotiate
Choose the lowest-price hospital, or use the data to negotiate your bill down. Patients save 40-70% on average.
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California Hospital Price Comparison
Real chargemaster data from the California Health Care Access & Information (HCAI) database.
$3,999
Lowest
$6,557
Average
$8,079
Highest
2x
Variation
Source: California HCAI Hospital Chargemaster Data. Green = below average, yellow = average, red = above average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compare hospital prices for a procedure?
Enter a procedure name or CPT code in the search bar above. You'll see real negotiated rates from hospital Machine-Readable Files (MRFs) across multiple hospitals, so you can compare costs side by side.
Where does the hospital price data come from?
Our data comes from hospital Machine-Readable Files (MRFs) required by the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule since January 2022. We also cross-reference Medicare OPPS rates for accuracy. The database includes 445,000+ negotiated rates from 5,400+ hospitals.
Can I use hospital price data to negotiate my bill?
Yes. Knowing what insurers pay hospitals for the same procedure gives you leverage. Many patients have reduced their bills by 40-70% by presenting comparable rates from nearby hospitals. Our Bill Audit tool can help you build a negotiation case.
Why do hospital prices vary so much for the same procedure?
Hospital prices vary due to location, facility type (academic vs community), negotiated insurer contracts, and local competition. The same MRI can cost $400 at an outpatient center and $2,500 at a hospital. Comparing prices before your visit can save thousands.
Are these the prices I will actually pay?
These are real negotiated rates between hospitals and insurers. Your actual cost depends on your insurance plan, deductible status, and whether you pay cash. Cash-pay patients can often negotiate rates close to or below insurer-negotiated prices.
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FairPass members use real hospital price data to save an average of 47% on medical procedures.