Cambridge Health Alliance
1493 Cambridge Street · Cambridge, MA 02138
This hospital has one of the fairest pricing structures in the country, with a markup of only 1.3x.
Fairness Grade: A
Excellent — charges less than 2x what Medicare pays
Cambridge Health Alliance charges an average of $27,069 per discharge, but Medicare only pays $20,959 — a markup of 1.3x. Grades are based on this ratio: A (under 2x), B (2–3x), C (3–4x), D (4–5x), F (over 5x).
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⚠️ Important: Data reflects Medicare inpatient claims. Charges represent what hospitals bill — not what patients typically pay. Medicare payment amounts reflect negotiated rates. Individual patient costs depend on insurance coverage and specific services.