Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) cost in Fairfax, VA
Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) costs $1,102 to $5,013 cash across 10 hospitals within 25 miles of Fairfax.
Price range near Fairfax
Hospital prices near Fairfax
Published prices vary 4.5x in this comparison
Cash prices range from $1,102 to $5,012 across these hospitals — a $3,910 spread for the same procedure code. When variation is this wide, the specific facility you pick changes what you pay significantly.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
If you're deciding where to go for a critical ER visit in Fairfax, know this: the cash price for this level of care ranges from about $1,100 to $5,000 depending on which hospital you use — a 4.5-fold difference. INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital charges $1,778 for a critical ER visit, which is near the middle of what Fairfax hospitals charge and below the Virginia state average of about $2,360. That said, in an actual emergency you won't have time to shop — you'll go to the nearest facility that can treat you.
If you're planning ahead because your doctor thinks you might need critical ER care, or if you're uninsured and want to know your options, call INOVA Fair Oaks billing directly and ask about their financial assistance program. Ask whether you qualify based on your household income — many people who can't afford the full price are eligible but never apply. Get the exact cash price for your expected visit in writing before you go.
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 Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5)?"
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.
Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) costs between $1,102 and $5,013 at 10 facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. The Virginia statewide average is $2,342.
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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 | 11.3 mi |
| Novant Prince William Medical CenterNovant Health | $1,568 | $3,136 | 4/5 | 64.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Inova Fair Oaks HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 5/5 | 79.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Inova Loudoun HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 5/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Inova Alexandria HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 4/5 | 70.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| Inova Mount Vernon HospitalInova Health System | $1,778 | $3,557 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 14.3 mi |
| UVA Health Haymarket Medical CenterUVA Health | $2,815 | $4,692 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Reston Hospital CenterHCA Virginia | $4,389 | $4,389 | 3/5 | 66.0% | Nonprofit | 11.3 mi |
| Stonesprings Hospital Center | $5,013 | $5,013 | 3/5 | 76.0% | For-profit | 11.3 mi |
| Dominion HospitalHCA Virginia | — | — | — | — | For-profit | 0.4 mi |
Common questions
How much does Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) cost in Fairfax, VA?
Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) costs between $1,102 and $5,013 at 10 facilities near Fairfax, Virginia. The median price is $1,778. The Virginia statewide average is $2,342.
Which hospital is cheapest for Emergency Room Visit — Critical (Level 5) near Fairfax?
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 Fairfax, 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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