What the data reveals
Original findings from 56 hospitals and 17 federal data sources. Every number is verified. Every insight links to the underlying data.
State pricing reports
Comprehensive analyses of hospital pricing in each state we cover. Verified findings, named hospitals, specific dollar amounts.
Virginia Hospital Pricing Report
8 findings from 38 hospitals
North Carolina Hospital Pricing Report
6 findings from 18 hospitals
Research & analysis
Deep dives into hospital pricing patterns — insurance anomalies, ownership gaps, safety penalties, and financial assistance most patients miss.
When Your Insurance Costs More Than Cash
5,016 insurance rates exceed cash prices at Virginia hospitals. If you haven't met your deductible, you may be overpaying.
QualityBest Value Hospitals in Virginia
The cheapest Virginia hospitals have HIGHER quality ratings than the most expensive ones. Here's the data.
PricingFor-Profit vs Nonprofit Hospitals: Virginia Prices
For-profit hospitals charge 2.0x more than nonprofits in Virginia. The gap is widest for colonoscopies and lab tests.
Safety5 Virginia Hospitals Penalized by Medicare for Safety
Medicare penalizes hospitals in the bottom 25% for patient safety. Five Virginia hospitals are currently penalized.
InsuranceWhich Insurance Plans Pay the Most at Virginia Hospitals?
The average negotiated rate varies from $24 to $9,003 depending on your insurance plan. See how yours compares.
Financial AidHospital Financial Assistance You May Be Missing
A family earning $93,600 qualifies for free care at all 11 Sentara hospitals. Most eligible patients never apply.