Studies Reveal Shocking Price Differences for Common Procedures at Local Hospitals Across Michigan

The Michigan Health Purchasers Coalition (MIHPC) has completed a series of studies examining the significant price gaps across hospitals for various healthcare procedures.

• “It is so important to do your research prior to receiving any medical treatment – anything from a hip or knee replacement, a brain scan, an endoscopy, or childbirth,” said Bret Jackson, President of MIHPC.
• “Patients who invest their time in finding the most cost-effective procedures, can receive quality services while saving themselves hundreds – if not thousands – of dollars. 
• Just like one would when shopping for a car, consumers should explore their options when it comes to healthcare procedures.” 

The studies outlined below reveal significant variations in the cost of these procedures across hospitals statewide in Michigan. READ MORE