Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana Pricing Analysis
Lake Charles, LA
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
B
Below average prices
23x
the federal fair-price benchmark
1,073
147 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana charges the most compared to the federal fair-price benchmark. “They Charge” is what appears on your bill. “Gov. Benchmark” is what the government determines the doctor's work is worth.
About Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana
Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana in Lake Charles, LA charges about 23x the federal benchmark — pricier than average across 147 procedures we could compare. This data comes directly from the hospital's own published price file — they're required by federal law to share it.
What this means for your bill
If you're uninsured, out-of-network, or have a high-deductible plan, these prices directly affect what you pay. If you have in-network insurance, your insurer has likely negotiated much lower rates.
Can I negotiate?
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