Stony Brook University Hospital Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
B
Below Average Cost
14x
the federal fair-price benchmark
87
14 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where Stony Brook University Hospitalcharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING; COLONOSCOPY ON INDIVIDUAL NOT MEETING CRITERIA FOR HIGH RISK | G0121 | $76,036 | $378 | +$75,658 |
| COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING; COLONOSCOPY ON INDIVIDUAL AT HIGH RISK | G0105 | $76,036 | $378 | +$75,658 |
| COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING; FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY | G0104 | $76,036 | $215 | +$75,821 |
| ALCOHOL/SUBS INTERV >30 MIN | G0397 | $3,778 | $67 | +$3,711 |
| WOUND CLOSURE BY ADHESIVE | G0168 | $3,778 | $106 | +$3,672 |
About Stony Brook University Hospital Pricing
Stony Brook University Hospital in , NY charges about 14x the government benchmark — typical for US hospitals across 14procedures 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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