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PRICING TRANSPARENCY<\/b><\/h2>\n

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The pricing details published on this website are provided as estimates and are not intended to reflect the exact cost of care. Actual charges may vary from patient to patient depending on the complexity of treatment, the number of procedures or tests performed, and additional services that may be required during the course of care.<\/span><\/p>\n

Because each patient\u2019s situation is different, the final bill for services received at Friendswood Hospital may differ from the estimated amounts shown here. These figures are meant to serve only as a general guide to help patients better understand potential costs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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UNDERSTANDING PRICING TRANSPARENCY<\/h2>\n

What Patients Should Know About Pricing<\/h3>\n

Hospitals are required by federal regulations and Texas Senate Bill 1137 to publish a list of standard charges for the services and items they provide. In addition, hospitals must make available a consumer-friendly list of common \u201cshoppable services.\u201d These are procedures or tests that patients can plan in advance, such as imaging, lab work, or outpatient treatments.<\/p>\n

By sharing this information, Friendswood Hospital provides patients with the tools to better understand potential costs and make more informed decisions about their care.<\/p>\n

To learn more about what your care may cost, we encourage you to review our Standard Charge File and Shoppable Services list.<\/p>\n

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HOSPITAL PRICING CATEGORIES<\/h2>\n

Understanding Standard Charges<\/h3>\n

Friendswood Hospital is required by law to provide a Standard Charge File for public review. This file includes several categories of charges that reflect different ways the cost of a service may be presented. The following definitions are included to help patients understand how these terms are used:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Gross Charge:<\/b> The basic list price for a service or procedure, as recorded in the hospital\u2019s chargemaster. These amounts can differ among hospitals depending on location, the type of services offered, and the expertise needed to perform them.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Discounted Cash Price:<\/b> The rate available to patients who choose to pay directly without using third-party insurance.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Payer-Specific Negotiated Charge:<\/b> The amount Friendswood Hospital has agreed upon with a particular insurer for a service or item. On insurance documents, this may also appear as the \u201callowed amount.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n
  • De-identified Minimum Negotiated Charge:<\/b> The lowest negotiated rate the hospital has established with any insurer for a given service.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • De-identified Maximum Negotiated Charge:<\/b> The highest negotiated rate the hospital has established with any insurer for a given service.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    To review these charges in detail, please download Friendswood Hospital\u2019s Standard Charge File and explore the pricing information available.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    HOW TO READ OUR CHARGE FILE<\/h2>\n

    Important Notes on Standard Charges<\/h3>\n

    When reviewing the Standard Charge File, please keep the following in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Insurance Coverage:<\/b> Your out-of-pocket responsibility depends on your specific insurance plan, including deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. We recommend contacting your insurer directly for details.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Negotiated Rates:<\/b> Friendswood Hospital maintains payer-specific negotiated charges with insurers. For self-pay patients, we offer bundled cash pricing rather than discounts on individual services.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Estimates vs. Actual Costs:<\/b> The charges listed do not reflect final patient responsibility. Factors such as financial assistance, self-pay discounts, or insurance adjustments may lower what you actually owe.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Variable Costs:<\/b> Final costs depend on many circumstances, including the severity of illness, the length of stay, and the services or items provided (for example, medications or implants that differ by type).<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Professional Services:<\/b> Fees for physicians or other independent providers involved in your care are not included in the hospital\u2019s listed charges.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Service Availability:<\/b> Not every service included in the file may currently be offered at Friendswood Hospital.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Please thoroughly review our Standard Charge File to explore available pricing details and consult with your insurer or our billing team for a clearer understanding of your expected costs<\/span><\/p>\n

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      SHOPPABLE SERVICES & PRICING<\/h2>\n

      Transparent Pricing for Planned Services<\/h3>\n

      Friendswood Hospital provides a consumer-friendly list of common \u201cshoppable services\u201d to help patients better understand potential costs of care. These are services that can typically be scheduled in advance, such as imaging, lab tests, or outpatient procedures, and are listed to give patients a clearer idea of what their expenses may be.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Please remember that the prices shown are estimates only. Actual costs may differ based on your individual health needs, insurance coverage, and any additional services provided during care. Updated estimates may also be issued if your treatment plan changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Information about our shoppable services and available cash prices can be found in the Shoppable Services File, which you can access below.<\/span><\/p>\n

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