[afranchuk]

Well, I haven't paid yet ;) but the adjusted amount charged to my insurance was about $12.5k. I have a highish deductible plan but I have an HSA so after meeting deductible and maxing out my out of pocket limit the HSA is going to cover much of what remains (it's been accruing for 5 years and I never have medical expenses).

But I think it's completely insane we have to play these games with healthcare. Why does it have to feel like gambling and bartering!?

[Ekaros]

What I find most insane in the USA system is the initial price and then some "adjusted" amount that can be nearly 90% discount... Why isn't there only one single price for everyone? Why isn't it mandated that you can only charge single price for everyone and you can't give discounts?