Lincoln Health Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
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Most Expensive
225x
the federal fair-price benchmark
10,547
94 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Lincoln Healthcharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DILATE URETHRA STRICTURE | 53605 | $20,628 | $56 | +$20,573 |
| INSERT ELECTRD/PM CATH SNGL | 33210 | $49,499 | $141 | +$49,358 |
| INSERT CARD ELECTRODES DUAL | 33211 | $49,499 | $146 | +$49,353 |
| PROCTOSIGMOIDOSCOPY W/STENT | 45327 | $35,604 | $110 | +$35,494 |
| INSERTION OF CANNULA | 36800 | $32,332 | $108 | +$32,224 |
| VENOUS SAMPLING BY CATHETER | 75893 | $32,332 | $111 | +$32,221 |
| CONTRAST EXAM THORACIC AORTA | 75605 | $32,332 | $121 | +$32,211 |
About Lincoln Health Pricing
Lincoln Health in , ME charges 225x or more above the government benchmark — among the most expensive across 94procedures 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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