UPMC Western Maryland Pricing Analysis
Source: Hospital MRF file & CMS Medicare PFS 2026
A
Best Value
6x
the federal fair-price benchmark
1,677
72 comparable to federal rates
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Biggest Overcharges at This Hospital
These are the procedures where UPMC Western Marylandcharges 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERNAL VERSIONS | 59412 | $3,198 | $94 | +$3,104 |
| NON-STRESS TEST | 59025 | $1,599 | $50 | +$1,549 |
| CERVICAL CERCLAGE | 59320 | $3,198 | $137 | +$3,061 |
| EMERGENCY HEMODIALYSIS | 90935 | $1,200 | $61 | +$1,139 |
| DX BONE MARROW BX & ASPIR | 38222 | $1,643 | $177 | +$1,465 |
| XR SMALL BOWEL DOUBLE CONTRAST | 74251 | $2,670 | $344 | +$2,326 |
| CATEG 5 - COMPREHENSIVE | 99285 | $1,292 | $171 | +$1,120 |
| DUP EXTREMITY ARTERY BILATERAL | 93925 | $1,533 | $237 | +$1,295 |
| ABD ORGAN ART/VEN FLOW | 93975 | $1,558 | $259 | +$1,298 |
| DUP ART UPP EXTR | 93930 | $1,162 | $199 | +$963 |
About UPMC Western Maryland Pricing
UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland, MD charges about 6x the government benchmark — typical for US hospitals across 72procedures 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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