Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center Pricing Analysis
CA
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
A
Lower than most hospitals
5x
the federal fair-price benchmark
87
139 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT scan — head/brain (no contrast) | 70450 | $485 | $107 | +$379 |
| MRI Scan Of Upper Spinal Canal | 72141 | $789 | $191 | +$598 |
| MRI Scan Of Middle Spinal Canal | 72146 | $787 | $190 | +$596 |
| MRI — lower back/lumbar spine (no contrast) | 72148 | $787 | $192 | +$595 |
About Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center
Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center in CA, CA charges about 5x the federal benchmark — typical for US hospitals across 139 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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