Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands Pricing Analysis
TN
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
B
Below average prices
24x
the federal fair-price benchmark
363
135 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands charges the most compared to the federal fair-price benchmark. “They Charge” is what appears on your bill. “Gov. Benchmark” is what the government determines the doctor's work is worth.
| Procedure | Code | They Charge | Gov. Benchmark | You Overpay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cystourethroscopy | 52000 | $18,315 | $216 | +$18,099 |
| Cysto W/urtrl Cathj | 52005 | $18,315 | $281 | +$18,034 |
| Cystouretero W/lithotripsy | 52353 | $18,315 | $344 | +$17,971 |
| Cysto/uretero W/lithotripsy | 52356 | $18,315 | $365 | +$17,950 |
| Cystoscopy And Treatment | 52332 | $18,315 | $373 | +$17,942 |
| Prq Cardiac Angioplast 1 Art | 92920 | $13,986 | $387 | +$13,599 |
| Revise Kneecap With Implant | 27438 | $24,325 | $782 | +$23,543 |
About Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands
Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands in TN, TN charges about 24x the federal benchmark — pricier than average across 135 procedures we could compare. This data comes directly from the hospital's own published price file — they're required by federal law to share it.
What this means for your bill
If you're uninsured, out-of-network, or have a high-deductible plan, these prices directly affect what you pay. If you have in-network insurance, your insurer has likely negotiated much lower rates.
Can I negotiate?
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