Massachusetts Eye and Ear Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
B
Below Average Cost
20x
the federal fair-price benchmark
1,574
61 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Massachusetts Eye and Earcharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excision of Tonsil Tags | 42860 | $2,008 | $180 | +$1,828 |
| Rem FB Ext Auditory Canal W/Anes | 69205 | $1,238 | $88 | +$1,150 |
| Xr Angio Adrenal Bilat | 75733 | $6,921 | $175 | +$6,746 |
| Chemosurg/Mohs Ea Add Spec >5 | 17315 | $2,504 | $79 | +$2,425 |
| Venography Chd Venovenous Collateral Below Heart | 93588 | $2,691 | $87 | +$2,604 |
| Venography Chd Venovenous Coltrl at/Above Hrt | 93587 | $2,665 | $87 | +$2,578 |
| Laryngoscopy Direct,Dilation, Subsequent | 31529 | $2,467 | $138 | +$2,329 |
| Venography Chd Coronary Sinus | 93586 | $1,806 | $59 | +$1,747 |
| Dilation Salivary Duct|BILATERAL PROCEDURE | 42650 | $3,091 | $77 | +$3,014 |
| Transcatheter Placement&Sbsq Removal Cepd Perq | 33370 | $3,297 | $116 | +$3,181 |
| Laryngoscopy Direct, Dilation, Initial|DISCONTINUED OUT-PATIENT HOSPITAL/AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER (ASC) PROCEDURE AFTER ADMINISTRATION OF ANESTHESIA | 31528 | $3,091 | $125 | +$2,966 |
| Biopsy Bone Open Superficial | 20240 | $2,140 | $127 | +$2,014 |
| Mee Laryngoscopy Direct Operative, Exc Tumor | 31540 | $2,467 | $205 | +$2,261 |
| Remove Epithel Cornea | 65435 | $807 | $84 | +$724 |
About Massachusetts Eye and Ear Pricing
Massachusetts Eye and Ear in , MA charges about 20x the government benchmark — more expensive than average across 61procedures 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 — but you may still owe a percentage of the hospital's high list price for your coinsurance or deductible.
Can I negotiate?
Yes. Most hospitals will reduce bills when patients present evidence. Our bill checker compares your specific charges to fair-price benchmarks and generates a dispute letter you can send to the billing department.
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