ER Visit Level 5 (Critical) cost in Alexandria, VA
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If you're facing a critical ER visit in Alexandria, your costs will swing wildly depending on which hospital you land at — the cash prices here range from about $1,100 to over $5,000 for the same level of emergency care. That's a 4.5-fold difference, which is enormous. INOVA Alexandria Hospital sits right at the median ($1,779 cash price) and has better patient ratings (70% satisfaction, 4-star rating) than INOVA Mount Vernon nearby, which charges the same amount but scores lower on both measures. If you have any choice in which ER you go to and can get there safely, INOVA Alexandria makes the most sense.
Before you arrive, call your insurance company and ask what your out-of-pocket responsibility will be for a Level 5 ER visit — your actual bill depends heavily on your deductible and copay structure. If cost is a real concern and you're uninsured or underinsured, ask the hospital's financial assistance office whether you qualify when you check in; many people don't realize they're eligible for discounts based on income.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for ER Visit Level 5 (Critical)?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
ER Visit Level 5 (Critical) costs between $1,102 and $5,013 at 10 facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $2,297.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fauquier Hospital | $1,102 | $2,755 | 3/5 | 62.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,568 | $3,136 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $2,815 | $4,692 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | $4,389 | $4,389 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 5.9 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | $5,013 | $5,013 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 5.9 mi |
| Dominion HospitalHCA Virginia | — | — | — | — | For-profit | 14.0 mi |
Common questions
How much does ER Visit Level 5 (Critical) cost in Alexandria, VA?
ER Visit Level 5 (Critical) costs between $1,102 and $5,013 at 10 facilities near Alexandria, Virginia. The median price is $1,778. The Virginia statewide average is $2,297.
Which hospital is cheapest for ER Visit Level 5 (Critical) near Alexandria?
Fauquier Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $1,102. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 62.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Alexandria, the lowest-priced facility (Fauquier Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →