US Health Care Costs

Willis Knighton Medical Center

2600 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71103 · (318) 212-4000

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

The money

$21what care cost the hospital for every $100 it billed
$695.3Mnet income, all sources
16.0%margin on patient care alone
$19.5Mcost of charity care (2.1% of costs)
$47.4Munpaid bills written off (bad debt)
737beds

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 871753$72,561$13,940
Heart failure, with major complications 291395$46,694$9,676
Pneumonia, with major complications 193233$50,499$9,724
Urinary tract infection 690217$30,992$6,280
Sepsis 872160$43,861$7,863
Lung infection, with major complications 177159$60,720$11,772
Kidney failure, with complications 683150$33,976$7,074
Urinary tract infection, with major complications 689149$43,154$8,990
Dehydration and electrolyte problems, with major complications 640124$42,728$9,629
Respiratory failure 189112$51,019$9,273
Dehydration and electrolyte problems 641110$32,022$6,292
Other kidney and urinary problems, with major complications 698110$61,584$12,036
COPD, with major complications 190109$38,320$8,381
Stroke, with complications or clot-busting drug 065106$41,733$7,509
Stomach and digestive disorders 392103$31,651$5,953
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with complications 378102$41,701$7,311
Infection needing surgery, with major complications 85396$176,352$35,176
Irregular heartbeat, with complications 30994$30,648$5,939
Kidney failure, with major complications 68292$55,515$10,688
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with complications 48182$78,784$14,716
Pneumonia, with complications 19480$33,893$6,327
Hip replacement after a hip fracture 52279$83,618$14,575
Skin infection (cellulitis) 60379$32,386$6,796
Stroke, with major complications 06473$62,353$15,060
Other kidney and urinary problems, with complications 69973$38,710$7,720
Heart stent 32263$93,905$14,449
Back problems (no surgery) 55261$33,157$7,102
Anemia and blood disorders 81261$30,943$6,723
Heart procedure through a catheter (e.g. ablation, valve clip) 27454$77,734$21,566
Stomach or intestinal bleeding, with major complications 37754$67,706$12,761
Irregular heartbeat, with major complications 30853$59,300$9,011
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR) 26752$135,219$32,280
Fainting 31251$31,994$6,538
Stomach and digestive disorders, with major complications 39147$42,812$10,300
Other circulation problems, with major complications 31446$76,803$15,174
Bowel obstruction, with complications 38946$28,818$6,111
Septicemia or Severe Sepsis with Mv >96 Hours 87046$198,773$47,061
Heart attack, with major complications 28043$56,148$11,563
Other digestive problems, with complications 39442$31,711$6,993
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with Cc 19141$34,782$6,264
Irregular heartbeat 31041$26,083$4,533
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Cc 41841$83,958$12,590
Lung infection, with complications 17840$42,899$7,602
Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 33140$71,610$11,829
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with Mcc 02538$160,190$32,797
Bowel surgery, with complications 33038$109,485$16,438
Mini-stroke (TIA) 06937$40,754$5,884
Seizures 10137$37,136$7,553
Signs and Symptoms Without Mcc 94836$28,094$6,094
Bowel surgery, with major complications 32935$156,806$30,098
Intracranial Hemorrhage or Cerebral Infarction Without Cc/Mcc 06634$30,218$5,195
Spinal fusion (lower or mid back) 46034$125,609$25,847
Seizures with Mcc 10033$60,387$13,711
Anemia and blood disorders, with major complications 81133$39,827$9,990
Heart attack, with complications 28132$45,555$6,886
Heart Failure and Shock with Cc 29232$28,241$6,696
Hip or thigh bone surgery (not replacement), with major complications 48032$104,827$19,573
Delirium and other mental confusion 88432$31,286$11,819
Diabetes, with complications 63831$31,498$7,234
Degenerative nerve disorders (e.g. Parkinson's, dementia) 05729$46,790$9,796
Hip or knee replacement 47029$92,115$13,310
Fracture or sprain (not hip or thigh) 56329$22,832$7,017
Heart stent, with major complications or 4+ stents 32128$121,414$20,043
Diabetes, with major complications 63728$63,441$10,899
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Cc 07127$47,400$8,214
High blood pressure 30527$30,399$6,165
Cellulitis with Mcc 60227$47,512$11,632
Heart catheterization 28726$48,723$9,047
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Cc 37226$38,287$7,653
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Cc 43926$49,507$7,515
Cervical Spinal Fusion with Cc 47226$99,341$20,355
Breathing problem needing a ventilator (up to 4 days) 20825$118,903$17,770
Other Vascular Procedures with Mcc 25225$127,470$27,790
Chest pain 31325$27,411$5,467
Major Gastrointestinal Disorders and Peritoneal Infections with Mcc 37125$89,797$14,029
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Mcc 98125$187,356$34,593
Heart catheterization, with major complications 28624$69,771$16,749
Other Digestive System Diagnoses with Mcc 39324$85,896$15,002
Hip Replacement with Principal Diagnosis of Hip Fracture with Mcc 52124$110,391$20,238
Pulmonary Embolism with Mcc or Acute Cor Pulmonale 17523$44,759$9,999
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Cc 44523$50,999$7,970
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 45523$161,853$35,049
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.r. Procedures with Cc 85423$106,954$17,061
Ultrasound Accelerated and Other Thrombolysis with Principal Diagnosis Pulmonary Embolis 17322$106,094$21,387
Respiratory Neoplasms with Mcc 18022$80,003$12,389
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Cc 67422$110,706$16,045
Other Cerebrovascular Disorders with Mcc 07021$63,769$12,766
Gastrointestinal Obstruction with Mcc 38821$48,093$10,255
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. with Mcc 41721$101,905$16,505
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 43221$63,604$14,070
Cervical Spinal Fusion Without Cc/Mcc 47321$94,829$20,901
Respiratory System Diagnosis with Ventilator Support >96 Hours 20720$182,570$40,475
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Cc 30020$39,918$7,626
Gastrointestinal Obstruction Without Cc/Mcc 39020$23,236$5,109
Endocrine Disorders with Cc 64420$36,234$7,758
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Cc 66020$59,515$10,910
Ecmo or Tracheostomy with Mv >96 Hours or Principal Diagnosis Except Face, Mouth and Nec 00319$591,746$161,133
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Cc 09219$32,869$8,353
Simple Pneumonia and Pleurisy Without Cc/Mcc 19519$21,661$5,760
Bronchitis and Asthma with Cc/Mcc 20219$36,462$7,082
Coronary Bypass Without Cardiac Catheterization Without Mcc 23619$150,725$27,668
Disorders of Pancreas Except Malignancy with Mcc 43819$57,223$11,412
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Neoplasm with Cc 65719$88,412$15,240
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-Neoplasm with Mcc 65919$85,129$17,926
Other Kidney and Urinary Tract Procedures with Mcc 67319$114,844$26,998
Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion with Cc 45418$178,903$52,017
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures with Cc 51618$74,626$15,213
Renal Failure Without Cc/Mcc 68418$25,204$4,795
Other Vascular Procedures with Cc 25317$85,518$17,841
Heart valve replacement through a catheter (TAVR), with major complications 26617$182,263$42,433
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Cc 27117$119,795$27,099
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Mcc 44117$75,896$14,804
Hip and Femur Procedures Except Major Joint Without Cc/Mcc 48217$64,552$10,523
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis Without Mcc 53617$25,051$6,168
Other Circulatory System O.r. Procedures 26416$114,478$21,057
Peritoneal Adhesiolysis with Cc 33616$88,873$13,229
Other Digestive System O.r. Procedures with Cc 35716$106,882$15,722
Coagulation Disorders 81316$69,493$12,614
Traumatic Stupor and Coma >1 Hour with Mcc 08215$75,250$16,180
Aortic and Heart Assist Procedures Except Pulsation Balloon Without Mcc 26915$134,044$28,842
Revision of Hip or Knee Replacement with Cc 46715$123,632$23,564
Major Joint or Limb Reattachment Procedures of Upper Extremities 48315$93,439$19,635
Trauma to the Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Without Mcc 60515$38,670$7,903
Fever and Inflammatory Conditions 86415$37,147$6,653
Extensive O.r. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with Cc 98215$111,845$17,367
Other Cardiothoracic Procedures with Mcc 22814$116,656$34,762
Disorders of the Biliary Tract with Mcc 44414$66,749$13,652
Lower Extremity and Humerus Procedures Except Hip, Foot and Femur with Cc 49314$98,350$19,280
Kidney Transplant with Hemodialysis with Mcc 65014$247,799$33,063
Major Hematological and Immunological Diagnoses Except Sickle Cell Crisis and Coagulatio 80914$54,792$9,083
Myeloproliferative Disorders or Poorly Differentiated Neoplasms with Other Procedures Wi 82914$108,029$27,541
Poisoning and Toxic Effects of Drugs with Mcc 91714$73,767$9,856
Other Disorders of Nervous System with Mcc 09113$82,092$14,269
Pulmonary Embolism Without Mcc 17613$43,274$6,211
Permanent Cardiac Pacemaker Implant with Cc 24313$77,332$16,058
Malignancy of Hepatobiliary System or Pancreas with Mcc 43513$62,503$12,800
Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue O.r. Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 51713$57,440$9,928
Kidney Transplant 65213$213,381$21,115
Degenerative Nervous System Disorders with Mcc 05612$127,708$21,668
Traumatic Stupor and Coma <1 Hour with Cc 08612$55,590$9,734
Pleural Effusion with Mcc 18612$67,209$11,660
Interstitial Lung Disease with Mcc 19612$56,808$12,478
Cardiac Valve and Other Major Cardiothoracic Procedures Without Cardiac Catheterization 22012$179,933$33,174
Other Major Cardiovascular Procedures with Mcc 27012$171,301$37,830
Peripheral Vascular Disorders with Mcc 29912$50,583$11,611
Hernia Procedures Except Inguinal and Femoral with Cc 35412$71,053$10,153
Other Digestive System O.r. Procedures with Mcc 35612$140,551$28,205
Digestive Malignancy with Cc 37512$40,544$10,340
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Without C.d.e. Without Cc/Mcc 41912$64,764$9,470
Cirrhosis and Alcoholic Hepatitis with Cc 43312$35,450$7,760
Disorders of Liver Except Malignancy, Cirrhosis or Alcoholic Hepatitis with Cc 44212$49,647$7,412
Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with Cc 47812$77,664$16,716
Fractures of Hip and Pelvis with Mcc 53512$40,850$9,593
Endocrine Disorders with Mcc 64312$81,295$12,459
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Neoplasm Without Cc/Mcc 65812$72,934$10,583
Complications of Treatment with Cc 92012$33,925$8,188
Carotid Artery Stent Procedures Without Cc/Mcc 03611$92,328$15,298
Ischemic Stroke, Precerebral Occlusion or Transient Ischemia with Thrombolytic Agent Wit 06211$58,416$14,077
Coronary Bypass with Cardiac Catheterization or Open Ablation Without Mcc 23411$175,815$34,905
Acute Myocardial Infarction, Expired with Mcc 28311$160,860$14,597
Hypertension with Mcc 30411$31,242$8,602
Other Circulatory System Diagnoses with Cc 31511$34,345$6,491
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage Without Cc/Mcc 37911$26,220$4,870
Appendix Procedures with Cc 39811$93,148$11,171
Medical Back Problems with Mcc 55111$69,901$13,143
Postoperative and Post-Traumatic Infections Without Mcc 86311$71,262$9,229
Signs and Symptoms with Mcc 94711$38,434$9,344

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