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Most variable procedures
Highest-to-lowest cash price ratio across hospitals for the same procedure.
| Procedure | Lowest cash | Highest cash | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood count (CBC) test | $10.53 | $25,465.36 | 2418.4× |
| Chest X-ray | $67.24 | $52,999.68 | 788.2× |
| Head CT scan | $212.10 | $40,312.09 | 190.1× |
| Knee arthroscopy | $755.40 | $45,685.12 | 60.5× |
| Metabolic blood panel | $59.00 | $3,304.31 | 56.0× |
| Cholesterol (lipid) test | $21.06 | $1,035.00 | 49.1× |
| Hernia repair (inguinal) | $930.60 | $41,941.94 | 45.1× |
| Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic) | $1,340.40 | $59,346.65 | 44.3× |
Price changes by state
| State | Median cash, Aug 1, 2026 | Median cash, Aug 1, 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $181.04 | $181.04 | 0% |
| Georgia | $331.50 | $331.50 | 0% |
| Illinois | $708.60 | $708.60 | 0% |
| Iowa | $852.48 | $1,368.25 | ▲ +60.5% |
| Maine | $473.75 | $473.75 | 0% |
| Michigan | $609.00 | $609.00 | 0% |
| New Hampshire | $948.55 | $948.55 | 0% |
| New Jersey | $102.00 | $102.00 | 0% |
| South Dakota | $487.20 | $487.20 | 0% |
| Virginia | $345.50 | $345.50 | 0% |