WV among states where hospitals charge commercial insurance plans the most, study says

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 1,541

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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West Virginia hospitals charge commercial insurance prices that are among the highest in the United States, according to a report released Thursday.

According to the report, West Virginia hospitals charged on average prices that are 337% of the rate that Medicare charges for the same services. Only two states — Florida and South Carolina — have higher prices.

The report, from healthcare consumer advocacy organization Families USA, analyzed financial data and commercial insurance …

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