West Penn Hospital prices. From its own published file.
West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA publishes its standard charges as required by federal rule. Here's what it lists for common services, and how to check your bill against it.
4,092prices published
Apr 2026file last updated
$415cash price for knee arthroscopy (list $1,538)
Common services
| Service | Cash price | Insurers pay |
|---|---|---|
Blood draw (venipuncture)36415 | $7.56 | $3.10–$30.09 |
Knee arthroscopy29881 | $415 | $19.00–$10,953 |
Cash price: the discounted price for self-pay patients. List price: the hospital's gross charge. Insurers pay: the lowest and highest rates it lists for insurance plans. Source: West Penn Hospital price transparency page.
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