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Cash pay.

Self-pay rate (no insurance).

What an uninsured patient is charged. Often dramatically cheaper than the negotiated insurance rate at the same hospital, especially for elective procedures. Worth comparing if you have a high-deductible plan.

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Other terms.

CPT Code HCPCS Code MS-DRG Deductible Coinsurance Copay Out-of-pocket maximum EOB MRF Chargemaster