i just received my patient summary from the hospital and the total cost was a little over $26,000. not including all my pre op doctor's visits with a cardiologist, pulmonary, my surgeon, etc. i'm sure my insurance co. is paying over $30k after all is said and done. pls ask lots of questions and make sure there is no hidden charges and the hospital visits and with medications in the hospital is all included. just an obvious fyi...