Good Samaritan Hospital - Bakersfield Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
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Average Cost
35x
the federal fair-price benchmark
65
22 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Good Samaritan Hospital - Bakersfieldcharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURAPLY AM 1 SQ CM | Q4196 | $126 | $127 | |
| NUSHIELD 1 SQUARE CM | Q4160 | $126 | $127 | |
| EPICORD 1 SQ CM | Q4187 | $235 | $127 | +$108 |
| EPIFIX 1 SQ CM | Q4186 | $159 | $127 | +$32 |
| PURAPLY 1 SQ CM | Q4195 | $126 | $127 |
About Good Samaritan Hospital - Bakersfield Pricing
Good Samaritan Hospital - Bakersfield in , CA charges 35x or more above the government benchmark — among the most expensive across 22procedures 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 — but you may still owe a percentage of the hospital's high list price for your coinsurance or deductible.
Can I negotiate?
Yes. Most hospitals will reduce bills when patients present evidence. Our bill checker compares your specific charges to fair-price benchmarks and generates a dispute letter you can send to the billing department.
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