MMC-125 : 1946 Tonsillectomy Charges

Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh is celebrating 125 Years

Between now and the final celebration in September, we will share some stories and facts to show how far we have come in furthering the vision of the initial Sisters.

The Cost of a Tonsillectomy in 1946 at Mercy Medical Center

In 1946, the hospital bill at Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh was $10.35 for a tonsillectomy.

The doctor's bill for the same procedure was $35, including anesthesia. 

How times have changed! This seems like pocket change to us now ...

These documents were donated to the MMC Library Archives and amended to protect patient confidentiality.

Read more about  History of Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh, WI :

                Library Archives LibGuide – Mercy Medical Center

                The Hallmarks of Mercy Historical Display (Digital)

                                

These short articles appeared in Jeremy Normington-Slay's Friday News & Notes emails sent out to all Mercy employees in 2016.  The historical and Archival Material was provided by Michele Matucheski, Librarian and Archivist at Mercy Medical Center.