US Health Care Costs

Sanford Medical Center Fargo

801 Broadway North, Fargo, ND 58122 · (701) 234-2000

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

The money

$30what care cost the hospital for every $100 it billed
$125.1Mnet income, all sources
−17.6%margin on patient care alone
$21.5Mcost of charity care (1.9% of costs)
$35.7Munpaid bills written off (bad debt)
506beds

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 871373$48,040$16,626
Heart attack, with major complications 280247$40,045$14,068
Heart failure, with major complications 291237$32,663$10,936
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR) 267215$141,403$39,397
Heart procedure through a catheter (e.g. ablation, valve clip) 274149$79,136$25,279
Heart attack, with complications 281110$31,232$7,866
Lung infection, with major complications 177103$35,457$13,620
Pneumonia, with major complications 193101$29,783$10,819
Sepsis 872101$21,106$8,743
Stomach and digestive disorders 39299$20,084$7,070
Respiratory failure 18994$38,054$10,978
Urinary tract infection 69089$20,664$7,232
Infection needing surgery, with major complications 85385$124,801$42,517
Stroke, with major complications 06483$67,240$16,324
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with complications 37877$24,983$8,757
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with complications 48175$60,684$17,711
Back problems (no surgery) 55275$27,870$8,948
Stroke, with complications or clot-busting drug 06574$38,734$8,976
Heart stent 32272$72,274$15,523
COPD, with major complications 19069$28,311$9,449
Bowel surgery, with complications 33067$61,320$20,820
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Cc 46766$84,936$27,324
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization Without Mcc 23664$86,737$33,942
Irregular heartbeat, with complications 30963$21,994$6,438
Hip replacement after a hip fracture 52262$60,255$17,678
Fainting 31260$26,093$7,373
Dehydration and electrolyte problems, with major complications 64060$34,508$11,630
Dehydration and electrolyte problems 64160$21,438$6,569
Kidney failure, with complications 68360$18,480$7,874
Heart stent, with major complications or 4+ stents 32155$93,391$24,311
Urinary tract infection, with major complications 68951$24,344$9,337
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with major complications 37750$37,350$13,955
Pneumonia, with complications 19448$19,615$7,319
Lung infection, with complications 17847$22,160$8,374
Seizures 10145$30,478$7,777
Other kidney and urinary problems, with complications 69943$23,587$8,867
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Mcc 02541$137,007$38,092
Other kidney and urinary problems, with major complications 69841$35,371$13,572
Other digestive problems, with complications 39440$25,264$8,388
Hip or knee replacement 47039$56,201$16,002
Kidney failure, with major complications 68239$34,824$12,359
Bowel obstruction, with complications 38938$22,082$7,309
Skin infection (cellulitis) 60338$18,552$7,540
Fracture or sprain (not hip or thigh) 56335$28,151$7,487
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Cc 07134$29,777$8,915
Other circulation problems, with major complications 31434$41,930$16,569
Stomach and digestive disorders, with major complications 39134$28,935$10,604
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Cc 44534$43,412$9,554
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement Without Cc/Mcc 46834$62,887$21,047
Breathing problem needing a ventilator (up to 4 days) 20832$75,310$21,929
Bowel surgery, with major complications 32932$136,285$43,800
Major Chest Procedures with Mcc 16331$121,566$40,514
Chemotherapy Without Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Cc 84731$32,099$11,177
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85431$45,639$16,476
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy Without Mcc 89731$20,352$7,481
Irregular heartbeat, with major complications 30830$41,252$10,200
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Mcc 07029$47,639$13,509
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion with Cc 51929$52,887$16,579
Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 33128$42,992$15,112
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Cc 09227$28,648$9,613
Diabetes, with complications 63827$24,674$7,651
Complications of Treatment with Mcc 91927$45,008$15,217
Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 94827$32,517$7,833
Major Chest Trauma with Cc 18426$42,041$9,410
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with major complications 48026$87,303$23,260
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Cc 66026$32,150$13,269
Peripheral, Cranial Nerve and Other Nervous System Procedures with Cc or Peripheral Neur 04125$65,812$17,944
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22025$137,316$43,083
Other Vascular Procedures with Mcc 25225$69,610$27,651
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Mcc 44425$44,878$13,398
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98125$129,706$40,332
Pulmonary Embolism with Mcc or Acute Cor Pulmonale 17524$29,993$11,526
Aortic and Heart Assist Procedures Except Pulsation Balloon Without Mcc 26924$117,962$32,552
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Cc 37224$21,930$8,792
Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Neck Withou 00423$332,659$105,988
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis with Mcc O 02323$138,654$56,043
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03623$57,038$19,034
Degenerative nerve disorders (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia) 05723$30,809$11,336
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation Without Mcc 23423$129,388$46,452
Medical Back Problems with Mcc 55123$56,703$13,939
Trauma to the Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Without Mcc 60523$25,050$8,676
Anemia and blood disorders, with major complications 81123$35,220$11,552
Anemia and blood disorders 81223$30,707$7,936
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Mcc 24222$92,560$27,639
Heart catheterization 28722$42,071$9,178
High blood pressure 30522$25,591$6,571
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Cc 32722$55,186$21,902
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Cc 41822$50,969$13,519
Other O.r. Procedures for Injuries with Mcc 90722$84,390$29,488
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Cc 02621$90,702$25,573
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Cc 24321$74,030$18,390
Other Vascular Procedures with Cc 25321$63,280$21,675
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR), with major complications 26621$162,086$51,710
Heart catheterization, with major complications 28621$55,426$17,873
Irregular heartbeat 31021$14,669$5,270
Lower Extremity and Humerus Procedures Except Hip, Foot and Femur with Cc 49321$62,882$19,327
Pathological Fractures and Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Malignancy with Cc 54321$33,367$8,998
Other Digestive System Diagnoses with Mcc 39320$36,543$13,193
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Cc 43920$28,275$7,682
Peripheral, Cranial Nerve and Other Nervous System Procedures with Mcc 04019$93,662$29,225
Other Circulatory System Diagnoses with Cc 31519$33,281$8,105
Spinal fusion (lower or mid back) 46019$147,952$34,383
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80919$31,578$10,736
Mini-stroke (TIA) 06918$32,604$8,261
Major Joint or Limb Reattachment Procedures of Upper Extremities 48318$77,860$19,977
Cellulitis with Mcc 60218$52,396$15,949
Complications of Treatment with Cc 92018$25,937$9,982
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures with Cc 03517$68,228$20,729
Nervous System Neoplasms with Mcc 05417$45,161$11,256
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Cc 08617$55,347$15,579
Major Chest Trauma with Mcc 18317$44,176$13,368
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures with Cc 51617$44,553$16,390
Septicemia or Severe Sepsis with Mv >96 Hours 87017$150,795$54,576
Other O.r. Procedures for Injuries with Cc 90817$59,749$18,068
Poisoning and Toxic Effects of Drugs with Mcc 91717$38,709$19,762
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Cc 08316$46,576$10,549
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Mcc 09116$49,363$16,444
Major Chest Procedures with Cc 16416$80,469$25,839
Pulmonary Embolism Without Mcc 17616$22,142$6,974
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Cc 19116$17,415$7,069
Bronchitis and Asthma with Cc/Mcc 20216$22,827$8,224
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant Without Cc/Mcc 24416$58,749$15,329
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Mcc 27016$121,733$40,608
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Discharged Alive Without Cc/Mcc 28216$28,303$6,236
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Mcc 43816$42,490$13,899
Kidney Transplant 65216$179,086$31,373
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Neoplasm with Cc 65716$60,086$14,174
Disorders of Personality and Impulse Control 88316$112,995$25,541
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Expired with Mcc 28315$60,182$17,186
Chest pain 31315$21,514$6,199
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Mcc 37115$34,182$13,875
Gastrointestinal Obstruction Without Cc/Mcc 39015$17,385$5,043
Tendonitis, Myositis and Bursitis Without Mcc 55815$17,087$8,031
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Mcc 85615$97,509$34,108
Limb Reattachment, Hip and Femur Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma 95615$116,325$34,095
Ecmo or Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Nec 00314$437,880$154,012
Seizures with Mcc 10014$58,016$15,660
Interstitial Lung Disease with Mcc 19614$59,426$16,936
Pneumothorax with Mcc 19914$31,895$14,515
Other Respiratory System Diagnoses with Mcc 20514$47,927$14,298
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization with Mcc 23514$132,318$52,809
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Cc 27114$73,661$27,173
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Cc 30014$21,365$9,191
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 02713$79,433$22,699
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Mcc 08213$89,686$21,800
Headaches Without Mcc 10313$22,954$8,933
Respiratory Neoplasms with Mcc 18013$65,728$15,273
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 21913$178,830$69,774
Other Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Mcc 22913$83,917$24,847
Hernia Procedures Except Inguinal and Femoral Without Cc/Mcc 35513$35,081$11,194
Gastrointestinal Obstruction with Mcc 38813$26,651$12,264
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 51713$35,129$12,265
Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with Cc 58013$44,477$14,121
Coagulation Disorders 81313$32,150$15,665
Postoperative and Post-Traumatic Infections with Mcc 86213$39,746$15,235
Delirium and other mental confusion 88413$45,070$13,736
Other O.r. Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma with Mcc 95713$230,341$59,412
Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction Without Cc/Mcc 06612$33,504$5,954
Cranial and Peripheral Nerve Disorders Without Mcc 07412$37,294$8,855
Dysequilibrium 14912$19,934$6,963
Respiratory System Diagnosis with Ventilator Support >96 Hours 20712$104,452$45,195
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22112$102,443$41,071
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Mcc 43512$38,501$15,193
Bilateral or Multiple Major Joint Procedures of Lower Extremity Without Mcc 46212$64,039$23,626
Diabetes, with major complications 63712$52,497$12,795
Acute Leukemia with Mcc 83412$149,451$61,653
Chemotherapy with Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Cc or High Dose Chemotherap 83812$50,183$16,751
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Cc 98212$70,738$22,601
Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant with Cc/Mcc 01611$77,664$52,109
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation with Mcc 23311$169,740$62,483
Atherosclerosis Without Mcc 30311$18,412$5,662
Digestive Malignancy with Mcc 37411$34,671$14,172
Digestive Malignancy with Cc 37511$41,176$11,016
Pancreas, Liver and Shunt Procedures with Mcc 40511$186,998$60,277
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Mcc 41711$64,982$18,661
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Mcc 46611$129,143$40,101
Hip Replacement with Principal Diagnosis of Hip Fracture with Mcc 52111$99,546$31,467
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis Without Mcc 53611$29,152$6,595
O.r. Procedures for Obesity with Cc 62011$38,559$12,999
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Cc 67411$72,274$21,815
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80811$73,665$23,268
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Mcc 84011$107,041$36,283
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85711$37,175$16,685
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy with Mcc 89611$36,417$14,796

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