Approximately 18.4 million Americans had an overnight hospital stay last year, with an average stay of five days.
Despite the treatment needed, the average price per visit was around $9,700. Still, the cost is considerably different for those who are insured versus those who are not, according to a new infographic from Zane Benefits. This infographic details the specific costs for insured versus uninsured patients, as well as overall costs related to different insurance plans.
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