US Health Care Costs

Univ. of Vermont - Fletcher Allen Health Care

111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401 · (802) 847-0000

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

The money

$35what care cost the hospital for every $100 it billed
−$115.7Mnet income, all sources
−29.3%margin on patient care alone
$13.6Mcost of charity care (1.0% of costs)
$26.1Munpaid bills written off (bad debt)
65beds

From the hospital's Medicare cost report for the year ending September 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 871331$64,174$14,345
Heart failure, with major complications 291186$39,573$8,480
Respiratory failure 189159$42,273$7,980
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR) 267156$150,268$32,936
Pneumonia, with major complications 193106$41,838$10,287
Heart attack, with major complications 280104$52,843$11,837
Lung infection, with major complications 177100$56,298$11,034
Stroke, with complications or clot-busting drug 06584$53,726$8,716
Heart stent 32284$80,916$12,111
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Mcc 02573$128,441$40,725
Infection needing surgery, with major complications 85371$153,947$49,689
Stroke, with major complications 06468$74,546$16,030
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with complications 37868$33,095$8,436
Chemotherapy Without Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Cc 84768$37,380$8,706
Psychoses 88565$85,605$21,145
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with complications 48163$77,253$11,933
Sepsis 87263$36,535$7,878
Stomach and digestive disorders 39260$33,965$7,166
Kidney failure, with major complications 68259$71,402$12,902
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR), with major complications 26658$220,832$47,466
Irregular heartbeat, with complications 30958$19,055$6,165
Hip replacement after a hip fracture 52257$70,429$13,552
COPD, with major complications 19056$32,801$6,633
Heart procedure through a catheter (e.g. ablation, valve clip) 27456$113,626$22,295
Bowel surgery, with complications 33051$68,159$18,559
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with major complications 37751$61,039$11,971
Dehydration and electrolyte problems 64151$35,744$6,113
Degenerative nerve disorders (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia) 05749$48,947$11,490
Irregular heartbeat 31049$15,137$5,129
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Cc 24347$81,599$17,157
Heart stent, with major complications or 4+ stents 32146$108,197$19,746
Bowel surgery, with major complications 32944$156,571$39,366
Bowel obstruction, with complications 38943$34,105$5,539
Heart attack, with complications 28142$32,883$6,745
Dehydration and electrolyte problems, with major complications 64042$48,630$11,209
Skin infection (cellulitis) 60341$33,537$7,871
Urinary tract infection, with major complications 68941$52,438$8,926
Heart catheterization 28739$37,108$8,914
Gastrointestinal Obstruction Without Cc/Mcc 39037$26,371$5,575
Kidney failure, with complications 68336$34,674$6,915
Pulmonary Embolism with Mcc or Acute Cor Pulmonale 17535$65,088$15,406
Stomach and digestive disorders, with major complications 39135$56,465$11,261
Spinal fusion (lower or mid back) 46035$107,010$26,442
Other kidney and urinary problems, with major complications 69835$43,212$10,909
Seizures 10134$59,724$12,785
Other circulation problems, with major complications 31434$92,065$22,769
Urinary tract infection 69034$40,609$6,450
Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence Without Rehabilitation Therapy Without Mcc 89734$28,266$9,582
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Mcc 24231$95,475$21,427
Irregular heartbeat, with major complications 30831$54,541$11,775
Back problems (no surgery) 55231$44,168$8,707
Seizures with Mcc 10030$73,124$18,142
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization Without Mcc 23630$99,756$42,264
Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 33130$39,653$12,577
Hip or knee replacement 47029$58,334$9,520
Extracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03928$42,536$9,479
Other kidney and urinary problems, with complications 69928$34,922$7,660
Anemia and blood disorders, with major complications 81128$68,468$15,685
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization with Mcc 23527$133,767$57,806
Fainting 31227$48,454$8,767
Pneumonia, with complications 19426$33,523$6,944
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant Without Cc/Mcc 24426$63,080$12,517
Aortic and Heart Assist Procedures Except Pulsation Balloon Without Mcc 26924$137,260$36,065
Coronary Intravascular Lithotripsy with Intraluminal Device Without Mcc 32424$119,262$15,015
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis with Mcc O 02323$185,129$41,512
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Mcc 07023$95,841$18,950
Anemia and blood disorders 81223$59,306$13,733
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85423$65,962$16,069
Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction Without Cc/Mcc 06622$37,389$5,386
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Mcc 09122$80,765$19,614
Pulmonary Embolism Without Mcc 17622$31,735$5,383
Breathing problem needing a ventilator (up to 4 days) 20822$100,521$24,422
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 21922$217,039$82,034
Heart catheterization, with major complications 28622$67,574$18,602
Other digestive problems, with complications 39422$37,843$8,353
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98122$158,959$37,544
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 02721$85,726$21,310
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Cc 08621$62,144$12,012
Major Chest Procedures with Mcc 16321$134,386$35,424
Major Chest Procedures with Cc 16421$66,817$16,177
Heart Failure and Shock with Cc 29221$39,751$6,622
Other Circulatory System Diagnoses with Cc 31521$33,088$6,931
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Cc 46721$107,471$18,194
Other Factors Influencing Health Status 95121$29,937$4,762
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Mcc 44420$46,136$11,299
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with major complications 48020$95,736$22,942
Diabetes, with complications 63820$34,260$6,015
Lung infection, with complications 17819$49,139$7,578
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Mcc 27019$215,919$53,988
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Mcc 43519$71,020$16,644
Postoperative and Post-Traumatic Infections with Mcc 86219$49,361$15,978
Poisoning and Toxic Effects of Drugs with Mcc 91719$69,912$18,035
Nervous System Neoplasms with Mcc 05418$51,807$10,817
Other Vascular Procedures with Cc 25318$71,884$20,736
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Expired with Mcc 28318$57,066$9,753
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Cc 44518$41,413$7,705
Hip and Femur Procedures Except Major Joint Without Cc/Mcc 48218$53,548$14,639
Amputation of Lower Limb for Endocrine, Nutritional and Metabolic Disorders with Cc 61718$61,576$11,272
Diabetes, with major complications 63718$54,503$11,908
Endocrine Disorders with Mcc 64318$58,908$13,248
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80818$58,913$15,796
Degenerative Nervous System Disorders with Mcc 05617$99,120$23,708
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Cc 07117$51,768$10,802
Respiratory Neoplasms with Mcc 18017$93,788$13,017
Other Vascular Procedures with Mcc 25217$138,991$48,513
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Cc 43917$33,382$9,182
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis Without Mcc 53617$34,632$4,812
Other Multiple Significant Trauma with Cc 96417$74,689$9,182
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Cc 09216$49,830$7,608
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Discharged Alive Without Cc/Mcc 28216$27,204$5,842
Coronary Intravascular Lithotripsy with Intraluminal Device with Mcc 32316$174,142$34,722
Other Digestive System O.r. Procedures with Cc 35716$91,466$21,448
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 43216$68,700$22,600
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Cc 66016$55,910$10,079
Major Chest Trauma with Mcc 18315$65,167$12,876
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Cc 30015$41,478$7,975
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 44115$47,786$12,033
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Cc 44215$40,853$8,323
Extracranial Procedures with Cc 03814$49,433$10,387
Major Chest Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 16514$53,181$13,875
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures with Cardiac Catheterization Wit 21614$355,748$79,632
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation Without Mcc 23414$171,466$54,253
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Cc 41814$74,879$13,298
Cervical Spinal Fusion with Cc 47214$106,998$15,523
Chemotherapy Without Acute Leukemia As Secondary Diagnosis with Mcc 84614$105,974$27,195
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Mcc 85614$146,342$39,904
Postoperative or Post-Traumatic Infections with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85714$61,685$22,203
Delirium and other mental confusion 88414$57,731$16,815
Complications of Treatment with Cc 92014$42,046$12,144
Craniotomy with Major Device Implant or Acute Complex Cns Principal Diagnosis Without Mc 02413$102,901$19,711
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Cc 08313$57,895$11,448
Interstitial Lung Disease with Mcc 19613$77,404$16,563
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Mcc 32613$107,194$30,454
Gastrointestinal Obstruction with Mcc 38813$55,251$8,857
Other Digestive System Diagnoses with Mcc 39313$61,119$21,137
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. Without Cc/Mcc 41913$46,043$12,203
Pathological Fractures and Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Malignancy with Cc 54313$63,129$10,939
Endocrine Disorders with Cc 64413$42,961$10,602
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80913$51,359$12,510
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Mcc 84013$140,124$28,971
Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 94813$33,034$6,261
Ecmo or Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Nec 00312$651,279$165,642
Cranial and Peripheral Nerve Disorders Without Mcc 07412$49,206$9,967
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Mcc 08512$65,136$16,862
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation with Mcc 23312$209,103$64,059
Other Digestive System O.r. Procedures with Mcc 35612$124,787$24,384
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Cc 37212$40,859$8,391
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion with Cc 45412$164,424$52,123
Hip Replacement with Principal Diagnosis of Hip Fracture with Mcc 52112$79,825$17,543
Limb Reattachment, Hip and Femur Procedures for Multiple Significant Trauma 95612$124,651$21,201
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Cc 02611$118,562$33,004
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Mcc 08211$173,163$46,855
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22011$165,934$47,630
Other Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Mcc 22911$112,863$16,284
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion with Cc 51911$69,500$11,203
Back and Neck Procedures Except Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 52011$55,386$11,372
Lymphoma and Non-Acute Leukemia with Cc 84111$63,646$13,590
Depressive Neuroses 88111$54,317$14,724

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