Cox Barton County Hospital Pricing Analysis
29 NW 1ST LANE, LAMAR, MO
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
B
Below average prices
12x
the federal fair-price benchmark
1,441
140 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Cox Barton County Hospital 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.
| Procedure | Code | They Charge | Gov. Benchmark | You Overpay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Njx Aa&/strd Femoral Nrv Img | 64447 | $20,610 | $134 | +$20,476 |
| Procedure Injection FT Jnt Cv/th 2nd Bil | 64491 | $20,610 | $102 | +$20,508 |
| Joint injection (large joint, e.g. knee) | 20610 | $20,610 | $69 | +$20,541 |
| Procedure Injection Transfr Lumbar Bil | 64483 | $20,610 | $265 | +$20,345 |
| Procedure Artho/asp/inj Intm Jnt | 20605 | $20,610 | $57 | +$20,553 |
About Cox Barton County Hospital
Cox Barton County Hospital in LAMAR, MO charges about 12x the federal benchmark — typical for US hospitals across 140 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?
Yes. Most hospitals will reduce bills when patients present evidence. Our bill review service compares your specific charges to fair-price benchmarks and generates a dispute letter you can send to the billing department.
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