Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital Pricing Analysis
180 PARKWOOD DR, Elkin, NC
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
D
Pricier than average
65x
the federal fair-price benchmark
9,548
58 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transplt Allo Hct/donor | 38240 | $48,327 | $202 | +$48,125 |
| Tcat Impl Wrls P-art Prs Snr | 33289 | $25,704 | $284 | +$25,419 |
| Ins/rplc Spi Npg/rcvr Pocket | 63685 | $27,461 | $319 | +$27,143 |
| Insj Phrnc Nrv Stim Sys | 33276 | $41,769 | $505 | +$41,263 |
| Insrt Pulse Gen W/mult Leads | 33231 | $29,095 | $355 | +$28,740 |
| Rmvl & Rplcmt Dfb Gen Mlt Ld | 33264 | $29,095 | $355 | +$28,739 |
| Rmv&rplcmt Phrnc Nrv Stim Pg | 33287 | $27,461 | $341 | +$27,120 |
About Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin, NC charges 65x or more above the federal benchmark — among the most expensive across 58 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?
Yes. Most hospitals will reduce bills when patients present evidence. Our bill review service compares your specific charges to fair-price benchmarks and generates a dispute letter you can send to the billing department.
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