Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with Cc in Colorado
MS-DRG 327: Stomach, esophageal and duodenal procedures with cc
$153,723typical hospital bill
$24,386typical amount paid
$20,800–$27,972range paid across 2 hospitals
Colorado hospitals billed Medicare a typical $153,723 for this stay in 2024, about 6.3 times what was actually paid. Medicare's payment depends mostly on the hospital's location and teaching role; the bill depends on the hospital's own price list, so bills vary far more than payments.
Billed (list price)Actually paid (Medicare + patient)
| Hospital | City | Medicare stays | Billed | Paid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uch-Memorial Health System | Colorado Springs | 19 | $106,397 | $20,800 | |
| University of Colorado Hospital Authority | Aurora | 36 | $201,049 | $27,972 |
Medicare: CMS, 2024 (hospitals with 11 or more Medicare stays). Cash and insurer prices: hospitals' own price files, where read; insurer figures are commercial plans only, median and 10th–90th percentile across plans.