US Health Care Costs

Christiana Hospital

4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Newark, DE 19718 · (302) 733-3609

General hospitalVoluntary non-profit - PrivateEmergency roomCMS rating ★★★★★

The money

$34what care cost the hospital for every $100 it billed
$351.6Mnet income, all sources
−13.8%margin on patient care alone
$32.9Mcost of charity care (1.4% of costs)
$74.4Munpaid bills written off (bad debt)
1,241beds

From the hospital's Medicare cost report for the year ending June 2025. Non-profit hospitals must have a financial assistance (charity care) policy; ask for it if a bill is hard to pay.

Hospital stays

Medicare figures are 2024 averages for this hospital; the bars show how much of the bill was actually paid.

Billed (list price)Actually paid (Medicare + patient)

StayMedicare staysBilledPaid
Sepsis, with major complications 8711,193$63,922$19,031
Heart failure, with major complications 291803$41,251$12,433
Pneumonia, with major complications 193437$38,520$12,627
Lung infection, with major complications 177381$53,275$15,896
Respiratory failure 189283$43,437$12,133
Urinary tract infection, with major complications 689280$36,343$10,904
Urinary tract infection 690272$25,680$7,835
Stomach and digestive disorders 392255$26,373$8,095
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with complications 378251$32,983$9,567
Kidney failure, with complications 683235$29,342$9,230
Fainting 312232$31,988$9,170
Stroke, with complications or clot-busting drug 065222$36,234$9,779
Kidney failure, with major complications 682217$47,129$14,175
Stroke, with major complications 064195$71,387$21,170
Back problems (no surgery) 552190$30,425$9,003
Infection needing surgery, with major complications 853189$159,907$51,376
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR) 267184$236,981$45,795
Pneumonia, with complications 194173$28,387$8,379
Heart catheterization, with major complications 286170$92,621$24,931
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with complications 481166$74,474$19,741
Skin infection (cellulitis) 603164$27,087$8,765
Dehydration and electrolyte problems, with major complications 640158$48,078$13,418
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with major complications 377152$63,939$22,078
Spinal fusion (lower or mid back) 460146$108,129$32,779
Sepsis 872136$34,985$10,426
Dehydration and electrolyte problems 641132$34,429$8,722
Lung infection, with complications 178127$42,364$10,477
Heart procedure through a catheter (e.g. ablation, valve clip) 274116$188,850$28,936
Irregular heartbeat, with complications 309113$25,636$7,875
Heart stent 322108$107,225$22,472
Bowel surgery, with complications 330108$63,075$22,330
Hip replacement after a hip fracture 522107$62,714$19,343
Diabetes, with complications 638100$29,151$8,941
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Mcc 02599$137,012$41,694
Anemia and blood disorders 81298$31,685$9,524
Pulmonary Embolism with Mcc or Acute Cor Pulmonale 17592$57,026$14,342
COPD, with major complications 19091$31,660$10,617
Other kidney and urinary problems, with major complications 69891$54,488$16,722
Anemia and blood disorders, with major complications 81191$58,754$17,365
Stomach and digestive disorders, with major complications 39188$43,674$15,005
Irregular heartbeat, with major complications 30885$40,544$12,223
Mini-stroke (TIA) 06981$32,817$7,632
Seizures 10179$32,485$8,868
Heart attack, with major complications 28079$56,585$14,826
Hip or knee replacement 47077$58,521$16,994
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR), with major complications 26676$311,090$71,926
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 45576$147,136$42,605
Heart catheterization 28775$49,624$11,796
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis with Mcc O 02374$176,325$52,384
Degenerative nerve disorders (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia) 05772$46,223$13,597
Other kidney and urinary problems, with complications 69970$44,034$12,838
Other circulation problems, with major complications 31468$66,401$22,498
Septicemia or Severe Sepsis with Mv >96 Hours 87068$205,085$66,053
Seizures with Mcc 10067$79,862$25,242
Cervical Spinal Fusion with Cc 47267$75,388$27,247
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Mcc 09166$48,504$17,393
Bronchitis and Asthma with Cc/Mcc 20266$29,186$9,389
Bowel obstruction, with complications 38966$23,029$8,027
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with major complications 48066$102,476$26,437
Pulmonary Embolism Without Mcc 17665$29,657$7,926
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Cc 09264$32,514$10,903
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Cc 24364$76,769$21,450
Diabetes, with major complications 63764$49,945$13,182
Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction Without Cc/Mcc 06663$28,022$6,978
Fracture or sprain (not hip or thigh) 56363$26,279$8,897
Bowel surgery, with major complications 32962$114,672$42,168
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Cc 19160$27,191$8,622
Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 33160$40,323$15,478
Cellulitis with Mcc 60258$49,735$14,152
Heart stent, with major complications or 4+ stents 32157$140,190$29,908
Other digestive problems, with complications 39456$27,730$9,890
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion with Cc 45456$160,060$55,637
Cervical Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 47356$75,978$23,669
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Cc 08655$34,380$13,568
Lower Extremity and Humerus Procedures Except Hip, Foot and Femur with Cc 49355$84,974$22,492
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Cc 07154$36,601$10,427
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement Without Cc/Mcc 46854$78,388$27,392
Delirium and other mental confusion 88453$47,050$17,543
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98153$181,724$53,936
Major Chest Procedures with Cc 16452$75,826$24,693
Breathing problem needing a ventilator (up to 4 days) 20851$102,452$24,311
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis Without Mcc 53648$37,028$9,976
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy Without Mcc 89748$28,087$8,895
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation Without Mcc 23447$170,581$51,034
Heart attack, with complications 28147$41,996$9,851
Medical Back Problems with Mcc 55147$51,218$15,914
Major Chest Trauma with Cc 18446$31,193$10,093
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Mcc 27045$194,054$60,029
Endocrine Disorders with Cc 64445$38,519$12,416
Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 94845$31,471$8,229
Respiratory Neoplasms with Mcc 18044$60,487$15,936
Endocrine Disorders with Mcc 64344$50,175$15,348
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation with Mcc 23343$243,015$79,419
Other Digestive System Diagnoses with Mcc 39343$43,905$15,027
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Mcc 43543$59,936$16,376
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Cc 46743$96,950$30,808
Degenerative Nervous System Disorders with Mcc 05642$64,051$21,803
Irregular heartbeat 31042$17,784$5,768
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Cc 37242$37,330$10,108
Other Respiratory System O.r. Procedures with Mcc 16641$130,808$40,257
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization Without Mcc 23641$98,365$35,932
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Cc 44541$38,668$9,931
Hip Replacement with Principal Diagnosis of Hip Fracture with Mcc 52141$84,784$26,809
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis Without Mc 02440$164,327$38,913
Nervous System Neoplasms with Mcc 05440$63,478$16,347
Heart Failure and Shock with Cc 29240$33,889$7,777
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Cc 30040$30,360$10,255
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Mcc 44440$54,367$15,696
Complications of Treatment with Cc 92040$33,798$10,714
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant Without Cc/Mcc 24439$60,584$17,082
Complications of Treatment with Mcc 91939$55,155$16,786
Extracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03938$34,448$10,215
Other Circulatory System Diagnoses with Cc 31538$29,349$8,879
Hip and Femur Procedures Except Major Joint Without Cc/Mcc 48238$55,758$15,580
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Cc 43937$26,662$8,653
Poisoning and Toxic Effects of Drugs with Mcc 91737$48,649$14,819
Multiple Level Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Mcc 44836$135,993$36,616
Trauma to the Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Without Mcc 60536$40,700$11,064
Gastrointestinal Obstruction Without Cc/Mcc 39035$17,390$6,051
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 43235$91,023$22,029
Other Vascular Procedures with Mcc 25234$175,078$47,659
Other Vascular Procedures with Cc 25334$84,857$22,750
High blood pressure 30534$29,338$7,010
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Cc 66034$35,806$12,732
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Mcc 24233$102,118$30,405
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Mcc 29933$62,040$16,223
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Cc 41833$44,368$15,358
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Cc 44233$41,400$9,210
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy with Mcc 89633$42,211$16,439
Gastrointestinal Obstruction with Mcc 38832$52,892$17,506
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Mcc 67332$122,226$40,516
Coagulation Disorders 81332$132,477$25,331
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Mcc 08531$58,932$19,282
Headaches Without Mcc 10331$32,528$9,037
Dysequilibrium 14931$26,085$7,090
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures with Cc 51631$72,990$18,123
Ischemic Stroke, Precerebral Occlusion or Transient Ischemia with Thrombolytic Agent Wit 06230$90,842$16,521
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Mcc 07030$58,640$16,493
Digestive Malignancy with Cc 37530$41,594$10,731
Ecmo or Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Nec 00329$535,809$207,528
Lower Extremity and Humerus Procedures Except Hip, Foot and Femur with Mcc 49229$122,276$39,040
Pathological Fractures and Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Malignancy with Cc 54329$34,378$10,038
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85428$56,705$18,660
Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Neck Withou 00427$343,823$114,051
Cranial and Peripheral Nerve Disorders with Mcc 07327$46,727$14,041
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Cc 08327$44,802$12,571
Simple Pneumonia and Pleurisy Without Cc/Mcc 19527$19,202$6,122
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Cc 27127$139,160$38,834
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Cc 32727$68,746$22,503
Digestive Malignancy with Mcc 37427$73,880$20,549
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 44127$68,008$17,604
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Cc 98227$80,194$22,287
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 21926$341,224$100,476
Major Joint or Limb Reattachment Procedures of Upper Extremities 48326$97,994$24,465
Lower Extremity and Humerus Procedures Except Hip, Foot and Femur Without Cc/Mcc 49426$64,857$18,712
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Mcc 08225$88,338$22,836
Other Respiratory System Diagnoses with Mcc 20525$52,584$16,544
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22025$175,934$49,501
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 32825$47,333$15,305
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Mcc 84025$140,600$32,134
Limb Reattachment, Hip and Femur Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma 95625$113,763$36,898
Extracranial Procedures with Cc 03824$63,200$17,391
Cranial and Peripheral Nerve Disorders Without Mcc 07424$28,488$9,651
Interstitial Lung Disease with Mcc 19624$77,854$19,753
Renal Failure Without Cc/Mcc 68424$18,457$6,166
Other O.r. Procedures for Injuries with Cc 90824$54,015$18,693
Other Respiratory System Diagnoses Without Mcc 20623$22,186$8,427
Aortic and Heart Assist Procedures Except Pulsation Balloon Without Mcc 26923$150,006$40,416
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Mcc 37123$71,079$17,292
Bone Diseases and Arthropathies Without Mcc 55423$22,548$8,003
Signs and Symptoms of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Without Mcc 55623$28,153$7,900
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80923$32,517$11,827
Chemotherapy Without Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Cc 84723$66,781$17,922
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 02722$101,599$21,792
Major Chest Trauma with Mcc 18322$38,495$14,019
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Discharged Alive Without Cc/Mcc 28222$33,383$6,781
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Cc 43622$35,226$10,451
Wound Debridement and Skin Graft Except Hand for Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue D 46422$84,973$24,501
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion with Cc 51922$46,063$19,410
Amputation of Lower Limb for Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Disorders with Cc 61722$74,901$22,246
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization with Mcc 23521$183,641$58,345
Amputation for Circulatory System Disorders Except Upper Limb and Toe with Mcc 23921$183,052$54,904
Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with Cc 47821$89,735$22,896
Kidney Transplant 65221$255,103$28,279
Postoperative and Post-Traumatic Infections with Mcc 86221$52,681$16,892
Postoperative and Post-Traumatic Infections Without Mcc 86321$30,405$9,191
Acute Adjustment Reaction and Psychosocial Dysfunction 88021$45,648$10,731
Psychoses 88521$62,081$21,656
Hiv with Major Related Condition with Mcc 97421$82,361$26,849
Spinal Procedures with Cc or Spinal Neurostimulators 02920$87,109$31,750
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Mcc 65920$97,626$29,796
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Mcc 85620$145,424$44,024
Otitis Media and Uri Without Mcc 15319$20,260$7,728
Pleural Effusion with Mcc 18619$45,282$14,051
Respiratory System Diagnosis with Ventilator Support >96 Hours 20719$165,078$68,673
Cardiac Defibrillator Implant Without Mcc 27719$199,154$53,996
Pathological Fractures and Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Malignancy with Mcc 54219$77,654$17,150
Ischemic Stroke, Precerebral Occlusion or Transient Ischemia with Thrombolytic Agent Wit 06118$97,769$26,800
Major Chest Procedures with Mcc 16318$132,040$41,311
Other Respiratory System O.r. Procedures with Cc 16718$76,364$19,596
Respiratory Neoplasms with Cc 18118$41,390$10,391
Other Circulatory System O.r. Procedures 26418$55,474$28,069
Hypertension with Mcc 30418$44,577$12,525
Chest pain 31318$26,400$6,795
Peritoneal Adhesiolysis with Cc 33618$60,784$19,603
Other Digestive System O.r. Procedures with Mcc 35618$133,695$39,932
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Without Cc/Mcc 37918$19,721$6,913
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Mcc 43818$46,288$17,167
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 52018$32,771$13,459
Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with Cc 58018$45,312$15,697
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Cc 84118$81,108$18,015
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour Without Cc/Mcc 08717$27,200$8,805
Major Chest Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 16517$55,446$19,004
Single Level Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Except Cervical 40217$115,447$36,900
Cervical Spinal Fusion with Mcc 47117$156,067$48,663
Poisoning and Toxic Effects of Drugs Without Mcc 91817$21,942$7,945
Non-Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98717$100,803$34,877
Intracranial Vascular Procedures with Principal Diagnosis Hemorrhage with Mcc 02016$296,285$97,023
Dental and Oral Diseases with Cc 15816$27,330$11,392
Pneumothorax with Mcc 19916$41,991$21,021
Cardiac Defibrillator Implant with Cardiac Catheterization and Mcc 27516$270,817$77,997
Major Esophageal Disorders with Cc 36916$30,652$9,804
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Neoplasm Without Cc/Mcc 65816$45,507$13,165
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Cc 67416$76,295$25,710
Urinary Stones Without Mcc 69416$18,677$7,314
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80816$47,235$19,966
Non-Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Cc 98816$57,344$15,559
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03615$71,873$16,013
Atherosclerosis Without Mcc 30315$22,270$6,247
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Mcc 41715$60,818$20,919
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Cc 43315$38,586$11,055
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures with Mcc 51515$94,708$25,422
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Diagnoses with Cc 56515$33,620$9,804
Kidney and Urinary Tract Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 69615$23,913$6,842
Viral Illness Without Mcc 86615$34,096$8,868
Other Factors Influencing Health Status 95115$12,695$5,427
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Cc 02614$73,697$26,040
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures with Cc 03514$74,832$19,895
Cardiac Congenital and Valvular Disorders with Mcc 30614$61,194$16,434
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Mcc 32614$109,957$46,784
Major Esophageal Disorders with Mcc 36814$59,871$15,237
Disorders of the Biliary Tract Without Cc/Mcc 44614$25,912$8,135
Spinal Fusion Except Cervical with Mcc 45914$194,150$63,853
Soft Tissue Procedures with Cc 50114$50,146$16,238
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 51714$52,962$13,370
Acute Leukemia with Mcc 83414$157,328$55,223
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85714$64,858$20,409
Viral Illness with Mcc 86514$38,396$15,102
Other Multiple Significant Trauma with Mcc 96314$79,503$24,100
Other Multiple Significant Trauma with Cc 96414$36,577$13,855
Other Disorders of Nervous System Without Cc/Mcc 09313$46,048$10,592
Bronchitis and Asthma Without Cc/Mcc 20313$26,048$7,078
Complicated Peptic Ulcer with Cc 38113$31,012$9,994
Connective Tissue Disorders with Mcc 54513$125,393$37,233
Other Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic O.r. Procedures with Cc 62913$88,607$23,135
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm Without Cc/Mcc 66113$29,238$10,038
Fever and Inflammatory Conditions 86413$24,106$8,279
Other O.r. Procedures for Injuries with Mcc 90713$151,466$36,887
Signs and Symptoms with Mcc 94713$54,591$12,513
Other O.r. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with Mcc 95713$189,673$63,784
Extracranial Procedures with Mcc 03712$114,009$36,241
Other Disorders of the Eye Without Mcc 12512$20,148$7,437
Pneumothorax with Cc 20012$25,552$11,300
Percutaneous and Other Intracardiac Procedures with Mcc 27312$198,041$38,699
Peritoneal Adhesiolysis Without Cc/Mcc 33712$36,083$13,809
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. Without Cc/Mcc 41912$33,619$11,743
Connective Tissue Disorders with Cc 54612$45,349$11,900
Diabetes Without Cc/Mcc 63912$19,536$6,913
Ventricular Shunt Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03311$57,612$17,999
Other Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat Diagnoses with Cc 15511$28,340$8,186
Respiratory Infections and Inflammations Without Cc/Mcc 17911$33,799$7,148
Major Chest Trauma Without Cc/Mcc 18511$26,640$8,116
Pleural Effusion with Cc 18711$31,491$9,449
Coronary Intravascular Lithotripsy with Intraluminal Device Without Mcc 32411$136,017$33,080
Complicated Peptic Ulcer with Mcc 38011$48,214$17,627
Other Digestive System Diagnoses Without Cc/Mcc 39511$19,918$7,506
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion with Mcc 45311$213,911$80,563
Spinal Fusion Except Cervical with Spinal Curvature, Malignancy, Infection or Extensive 45711$202,693$55,840
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Mcc 46611$150,838$53,954
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis with Mcc 53511$35,975$12,245
Osteomyelitis with Mcc 53911$96,462$19,801
Fracture, Sprain, Strain and Dislocation Except Femur, Hip, Pelvis and Thigh with Mcc 56211$52,210$13,615
Minor Skin Disorders Without Mcc 60711$55,910$14,157
Endocrine Disorders Without Cc/Mcc 64511$20,880$6,730

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