Piedmont Augusta Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
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Above Average Cost
78x
the federal fair-price benchmark
2,163
83 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Piedmont Augustacharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DRSG WOUND 6X9CM PURAPLY 54SQ CM ANTIMICROBIAL | Q4196 | $156 | $127 | +$29 |
| HC Cholangioscopy W Dirct Vslzn | 43273 | $9,195 | $102 | +$9,093 |
| HC Thera Cytopheresis | 36512 | $3,386 | $86 | +$3,301 |
| HC Amniocentesis Thpy Reduce Fld | 59001 | $1,741 | $160 | +$1,581 |
| GRAFT SOFT TISSUE 5X5CM GRAFIX CORE ALLOGRAFT PLACENTAL MEMB | Q4132 | $15,390 | $127 | +$15,263 |
| DRSG WOUND 5X5CM PURAPLY 25SQ CM | Q4195 | $156 | $127 | +$29 |
| HC Meatotomy | 53020 | $3,817 | $86 | +$3,730 |
| HC Thrpy Txcath Inf Cessation | 37214 | $9,195 | $107 | +$9,088 |
| HC Ins Picc WO Port/Img >=5yr | 36569 | $3,386 | $86 | +$3,300 |
| HC Therapeutic Apheresis Platelets | 36513 | $2,659 | $88 | +$2,571 |
About Piedmont Augusta Pricing
Piedmont Augusta in , GA charges 78x or more above the government benchmark — among the most expensive across 83procedures 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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