US Health Care Costs

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

3333 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 · (336) 718-5000

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

The money

$27what care cost the hospital for every $100 it billed
−$5.8Mnet income, all sources
−2.4%margin on patient care alone
$25.3Mcost of charity care (2.0% of costs)
$61.8Munpaid bills written off (bad debt)
917beds

From the hospital's Medicare cost report for the year ending December 2024. 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 871463$58,674$15,438
Hip or knee replacement 470310$56,862$14,471
Heart failure, with major complications 291304$40,450$10,871
Pneumonia, with major complications 193201$37,780$10,434
Lung infection, with major complications 177186$39,295$12,996
COPD, with major complications 190127$29,988$8,959
Stomach and digestive disorders 392125$26,180$7,023
Urinary tract infection 690112$22,386$6,866
Sepsis 872110$36,279$8,571
Urinary tract infection, with major complications 689106$33,068$9,236
Stroke, with complications or clot-busting drug 065104$35,634$8,458
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with complications 378103$31,759$8,158
Respiratory failure 18998$38,342$10,088
Dehydration and electrolyte problems 64189$24,658$6,666
Dehydration and electrolyte problems, with major complications 64082$30,498$10,554
Irregular heartbeat, with major complications 30881$45,813$11,147
Stroke, with major complications 06480$66,843$16,308
Irregular heartbeat, with complications 30973$24,803$6,585
Infection needing surgery, with major complications 85373$144,200$42,184
Skin infection (cellulitis) 60372$24,316$7,425
Psychoses 88571$32,597$10,986
Fainting 31267$28,146$7,391
Kidney failure, with major complications 68267$45,556$11,964
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with major complications 37765$53,015$13,498
Heart attack, with major complications 28063$49,132$12,828
Pulmonary Embolism with Mcc or Acute Cor Pulmonale 17562$39,419$10,806
Heart stent 32259$56,389$14,198
Stomach and digestive disorders, with major complications 39156$44,712$10,447
Other kidney and urinary problems, with major complications 69856$41,574$11,884
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with complications 48154$59,454$15,556
Pneumonia, with complications 19453$26,896$7,174
Heart procedure through a catheter (e.g. ablation, valve clip) 27453$111,462$24,992
Bowel surgery, with complications 33053$71,209$18,816
Hip replacement after a hip fracture 52253$67,735$15,542
Kidney failure, with complications 68350$24,739$7,633
Heart catheterization 28746$40,092$9,915
High blood pressure 30543$24,074$6,941
Lung infection, with complications 17841$26,197$8,113
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR) 26740$149,886$34,373
Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 33139$51,117$15,306
Heart catheterization, with major complications 28638$67,692$18,646
Anemia and blood disorders 81238$27,508$8,361
Mini-stroke (TIA) 06937$28,134$7,422
Other Factors Influencing Health Status 95137$19,016$5,391
Bronchitis and Asthma with Cc/Mcc 20235$25,071$8,301
Other circulation problems, with major complications 31435$80,556$14,810
Seizures with Mcc 10034$78,198$18,058
Diabetes, with complications 63834$20,881$7,887
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98134$162,557$34,309
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation Without Mcc 23433$174,853$40,890
Pulmonary Embolism Without Mcc 17632$28,033$6,961
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion with Cc 45432$210,973$53,400
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization Without Mcc 23631$137,686$29,088
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Cc 37231$30,900$8,486
Anemia and blood disorders, with major complications 81131$43,093$11,578
Seizures 10130$34,223$7,661
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Cc 24330$82,766$18,042
Amputation of Lower Limb for Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Disorders with Cc 61730$56,326$14,138
Heart attack, with complications 28129$30,661$7,627
Bowel surgery, with major complications 32929$123,765$31,304
Bowel obstruction, with complications 38929$21,701$6,882
Back problems (no surgery) 55229$27,972$7,885
Diabetes, with major complications 63729$38,259$11,404
Other kidney and urinary problems, with complications 69929$25,606$8,351
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis with Mcc O 02328$190,931$40,673
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Cc 41828$66,656$12,550
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Cc 43927$32,665$7,660
Spinal fusion (lower or mid back) 46027$122,129$33,232
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with major complications 48027$85,643$24,366
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Mcc 02526$112,206$31,668
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Cc 08626$33,511$10,256
Other Vascular Procedures with Cc 25326$71,189$19,666
Other digestive problems, with complications 39426$27,258$7,798
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures with Cc 51626$52,511$14,638
Breathing problem needing a ventilator (up to 4 days) 20825$77,568$21,338
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 45525$189,136$37,983
Irregular heartbeat 31024$16,337$5,693
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Cc 46724$102,907$23,150
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Cc 19123$22,715$7,550
Heart stent, with major complications or 4+ stents 32123$97,633$22,759
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Cc 09222$31,020$8,380
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Cc 44522$53,710$9,528
Major Chest Procedures with Cc 16421$113,731$19,848
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis Without Mcc 53621$20,982$6,453
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Mcc 67321$91,626$28,944
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Mcc 44420$48,147$13,903
Fracture or sprain (not hip or thigh) 56320$21,180$7,347
Extracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03919$40,099$9,169
Aortic and Heart Assist Procedures Except Pulsation Balloon Without Mcc 26919$141,946$33,482
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85419$49,904$15,977
Septicemia or Severe Sepsis with Mv >96 Hours 87019$202,489$47,261
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy Without Mcc 89719$29,970$7,385
Other Vascular Procedures with Mcc 25218$114,639$22,952
Hip Replacement with Principal Diagnosis of Hip Fracture with Mcc 52118$88,987$20,245
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Cc 66018$41,543$12,950
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03617$58,565$13,682
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Mcc 37117$52,771$13,420
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Mcc 41717$76,912$19,254
Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction Without Cc/Mcc 06616$26,839$6,859
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Mcc 09116$56,869$14,008
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Mcc 27016$190,842$41,463
Chest pain 31316$23,408$6,540
Gastrointestinal Obstruction Without Cc/Mcc 39016$14,363$5,613
Cervical Spinal Fusion with Cc 47216$90,355$20,147
Nervous System Neoplasms with Mcc 05415$63,979$11,533
Degenerative nerve disorders (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia) 05715$37,267$10,423
Respiratory Neoplasms with Mcc 18015$63,365$14,771
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Mcc 24215$97,826$25,975
Hypertension with Mcc 30415$47,937$9,928
Other Circulatory System Diagnoses with Cc 31515$30,565$7,986
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Mcc 43515$60,306$15,266
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Cc 07114$28,427$8,440
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Mcc 08514$76,960$17,740
Pleural Effusion with Mcc 18614$49,803$12,110
Respiratory System Diagnosis with Ventilator Support >96 Hours 20714$134,914$50,809
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22014$159,893$42,573
Other Vascular Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 25414$63,645$14,871
Percutaneous and Other Intracardiac Procedures with Mcc 27314$144,537$28,925
Other Digestive System Diagnoses with Mcc 39314$42,225$12,511
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 43214$70,300$15,254
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 44114$60,963$16,845
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion with Cc 51914$60,231$14,873
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Mcc 65914$113,663$25,723
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Cc 98214$87,072$20,907
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 02713$78,427$22,992
Degenerative Nervous System Disorders with Mcc 05613$56,620$18,060
Heart Failure and Shock with Cc 29213$31,500$7,185
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. Without Cc/Mcc 41913$48,465$11,737
Complications of Treatment with Mcc 91913$84,206$18,843
Complications of Treatment with Cc 92013$24,459$9,309
Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 94813$24,884$6,666
Non-Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98713$98,625$25,721
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis Without Mc 02412$131,640$25,088
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 21912$293,360$82,554
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Cc 27112$87,647$25,019
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Discharged Alive Without Cc/Mcc 28212$26,302$7,872
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Mcc 29912$43,392$11,432
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Mcc 32612$188,120$42,363
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Mcc 43812$44,233$12,458
Wound Debridement and Skin Graft Except Hand for Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue D 46412$61,852$19,661
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Cc 02611$73,783$20,843
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Mcc 08211$77,514$21,390
Interstitial Lung Disease with Mcc 19611$57,253$15,347
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation with Mcc 23311$222,059$56,445
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant Without Cc/Mcc 24411$73,715$17,972
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 27211$71,719$23,319
Digestive Malignancy with Mcc 37411$94,433$19,780
Major Joint or Limb Reattachment Procedures of Upper Extremities 48311$86,338$18,352
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 51711$41,205$13,152
Medical Back Problems with Mcc 55111$27,539$12,486
Renal Failure Without Cc/Mcc 68411$19,105$5,714
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Mcc 84011$102,037$24,611
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Cc 84111$60,329$12,206
Chemotherapy Without Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Cc 84711$42,272$9,607
Delirium and other mental confusion 88411$28,768$12,400

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