Hospital care for chronic conditions
"Chronic conditions" are illnesses, injuries, impairments, or physical or mental conditions that require in-patient or out-patient care at a hospital or emergency room.
| Common services | Average cost estimate |
|---|
Asthma
May include treatment and medication in cases of severe asthma episodes.
|
$2,510-$4,680 |
COPD / emphysema
May include lung function tests, chest x-ray, and complete blood count.
|
$4,275-$6,550 |
Dehydration
May include intravenous (IV) fluids for rehydration. You may also need to stay in the hospital for observation.
|
$2,680-$3,470 |
Depression (major)
May include antidepressant medication, professional counseling such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, or a combination of the two.
|
$2,900-$5,475 |
Heartbeat irregularities
May include cardiology tests and respitory monitoring (EKG).
|
$3,770-$8,050 |
Pneumonia
May include antibiotics and a stay in the hospital.
|
$3,225-$4,820 |
Pregnancy (single baby)
All services needed to deliver a single baby at the hospital.
|
$3,980-$5,110 |
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The costs displayed include the amount Priority Health would pay the hospital for all services including lab tests, room and board, operating room, IV treatment, drugs, radiology, and therapist services. They may also include the cost of physicians involved in your care such as your admitting physician, specialists, and antethesiologists.
The majority of people will experience costs in the ranges above. These costs are estimates only. Your costs may vary based on your Priority Health plan or specific service performed by the health care provider.
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Why is it important to understand costs?
Knowing the actual cost of your medical care can make it easier to budget for your health care expenses. Talk about costs with your doctor when discussing health care options and prescription drugs.
How can you reduce your costs?
- Call your doctor first! Of course, if you're having what could be a life-threatening emergency (chest pain, for example) then you should call 911 or go directly to an emergency room. But your doctor's practice is covered 24 hours a day, every day, so call them when you have a less-serious problem that you think needs immediate attention. Often, their advice over the phone could help you avoid an expensive and inconvenient visit to an urgent care center or emergency room.
- Get a written treatment plan from your doctors, and follow it carefully to reduce the chance your illness will recur.
- Make sure you know what the warning signs are for your condition or illness, and what to do if they occur. Fast action could keep you out of the hospital, which will save thousands of dollars.
- Use generic drugs when they're available and your doctor thinks they're right for you.
- Take your drugs exactly as you're instructed to - don't quit just because you feel better.
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