Single-test outliers in South Carolina Medicaid data. These are individual statistical flags β most are informational.
Important context: These findings identify statistically unusual billing patterns, not determinations of wrongdoing. Cost-per-claim comparisons may flag hospital outpatient departments whose reimbursements include facility fees, bundled services, or all-inclusive rates. High claims-per-beneficiary ratios may reflect legitimate care patterns at behavioral health facilities, pediatric specialty centers, or residential care programs. Additional investigation and clinical context are required before drawing any conclusions.
For provider level analytics using multiple independent tests, see the Watchlist β which flags providers only when 2+ different detection methods agree. These single-test outliers below are primarily informational; only Cost Outliers and Overutilization are flagged as critical/warning.
critical
354
warning
592
info
4,583
Total
5,529
EAST COOPER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC. (1821026816) bills $2,623.32/claim for 36415 (Coll venous bld venipuncture) vs avg $19.76 (+24.9Ο). $107,556 across 41 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
MEDICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY (1659435840) bills $301.69/claim for D0150 (Comprehensive oral evaluation) vs avg $39.93 (+18.8Ο). $284,794 across 944 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
EAST COOPER MEDICAL CENTER LLC (1841069044) bills $952.37/claim for 85025 (Complete cbc w/auto diff wbc) vs avg $7.86 (+18.5Ο). $71,428 across 75 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1851846661) bills $2,088.18/claim for 96372 (Ther/proph/diag inj sc/im) vs avg $25.75 (+17.3Ο). $758,008 across 363 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
AGAPE HOSPICE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY LLC (1033309877) bills $2,562.36/claim for T1015 (Clinic service) vs avg $72.75 (+16.5Ο). $92,245 across 36 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PALMETTO SURGERY CENTER LLC (1073505038) bills $105.09/claim for D1208 (Topical fluoride excluding varnish) vs avg $16.48 (+13.2Ο). $35,205 across 335 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OF THE PEE DEE, INC. (1699756221) bills $320.89/claim for 99211 (Off/op est may x req phy/qhp) vs avg $19.37 (+12.9Ο). $377,049 across 1,175 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ALYSON MCGREGOR (1437290764) bills $266.28/claim for 99283 (Emergency dept visit low mdm) vs avg $43.59 (+12.5Ο). $19,705 across 74 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OF THE PEE DEE, INC. (1699756221) bills $884.49/claim for D1351 (Sealant per tooth) vs avg $39.64 (+11.9Ο). $245,887 across 278 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
QHG OF SOUTH CAROLINA INC (1235183328) bills $106.11/claim for 87880 (Strep a assay w/optic) vs avg $12.50 (+11.7Ο). $231,531 across 2,182 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1437605532) bills $100.19/claim for 96127 (Brief emotional/behav assmt) vs avg $6.43 (+11.3Ο). $139,761 across 1,395 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1851846661) bills $96.56/claim for 96127 (Brief emotional/behav assmt) vs avg $6.43 (+10.8Ο). $43,549 across 451 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
B-L FAMILY PRACTICE P A (1558356196) bills $22.09/claim for 3008F vs avg $0.20 (+10.7Ο). $26,398 across 1,195 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CHESTER HMA LLC (1366481632) bills $293.01/claim for J2405 (Ondansetron hcl injection) vs avg $4.03 (+10.1Ο). $177,273 across 605 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
BON SECOURS ST. FRANCIS XAVIER HOSPITAL INC. (1851361778) bills $1,287.08/claim for J3490 (Drugs unclassified injection) vs avg $44.50 (+10.0Ο). $2,660,396 across 2,067 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ALYSON MCGREGOR (1437290764) bills $842.62/claim for 99285 (Emergency dept visit hi mdm) vs avg $65.58 (+10.0Ο). $123,023 across 146 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER OF HILTON HEAD (1619935483) bills $175.57/claim for D0150 (Comprehensive oral evaluation) vs avg $39.93 (+9.7Ο). $15,626 across 89 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
SPARTANBURG MEDICAL CENTER (1609807122) bills $17.17/claim for 90680 (Rv5 vacc 3 dose live oral) vs avg $0.30 (+9.6Ο). $91,209 across 5,313 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1851846661) bills $94.74/claim for 96110 (Developmental screen w/score) vs avg $7.79 (+9.5Ο). $261,392 across 2,759 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1407301211) bills $332.01/claim for 81025 (Urine pregnancy test) vs avg $15.62 (+9.3Ο). $2,577,696 across 7,764 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
HEALTH CARE PARTNERS OF SOUTH CAROLINA, INC. (1528771086) bills $230.43/claim for 92014 (Compre oph exam est pt 1/>) vs avg $63.88 (+9.2Ο). $29,725 across 129 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ANMED HEALTH MEDICUS SURGERY CENTER LLC (1265435614) bills $111.52/claim for D1206 (Topical fluoride varnish) vs avg $16.72 (+9.2Ο). $21,636 across 194 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1437605532) bills $90.75/claim for 96110 (Developmental screen w/score) vs avg $7.79 (+9.1Ο). $528,089 across 5,819 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1174079271) bills $45.86/claim for 83036 (Hemoglobin glycosylated a1c) vs avg $4.62 (+9.0Ο). $180,376 across 3,933 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER OF HILTON HEAD (1619935483) bills $76.58/claim for D1208 (Topical fluoride excluding varnish) vs avg $16.48 (+8.9Ο). $20,830 across 272 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ANMED HEALTH (1417919531) bills $83.83/claim for 87880 (Strep a assay w/optic) vs avg $12.50 (+8.9Ο). $3,243,275 across 38,689 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CHESTER HMA LLC (1366481632) bills $69.50/claim for J2250 (Inj midazolam hydrochloride) vs avg $1.53 (+8.9Ο). $12,648 across 182 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER OF HILTON HEAD (1619935483) bills $108.91/claim for D1120 (Prophylaxis - child) vs avg $34.97 (+8.8Ο). $35,504 across 326 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
SPARTANBURG MEDICAL CENTER (1609807122) bills $51.50/claim for 85018 (Hemoglobin) vs avg $2.53 (+8.7Ο). $1,048,619 across 20,363 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE (1508312604) bills $39.33/claim for 93005 (Electrocardiogram tracing) vs avg $3.12 (+8.6Ο). $19,116 across 486 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (1982604021) bills $7.07/claim for J1100 (Dexamethasone sodium phos) vs avg $0.52 (+8.6Ο). $66,858 across 9,457 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CAROLINA REGIONAL SURGERY CENTER. LTD (1275596264) bills $453.04/claim for D7140 (Extraction erupted tooth or exposed root) vs avg $91.96 (+8.6Ο). $350,655 across 774 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-MIDLANDS (1154373843) bills $50.47/claim for 85018 (Hemoglobin) vs avg $2.53 (+8.5Ο). $150,716 across 2,986 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (1982604021) bills $18.33/claim for J1200 (Diphenhydramine hcl injectio) vs avg $0.59 (+8.5Ο). $68,651 across 3,745 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PRISMA HEALTH-MIDLANDS (1487868097) bills $118.57/claim for 82570 (Assay of urine creatinine) vs avg $5.06 (+8.5Ο). $542,581 across 4,576 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
MEDICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY (1770280299) bills $34.92/claim for 85730 (Thromboplastin time partial) vs avg $0.91 (+8.5Ο). $74,972 across 2,147 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
THE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OF ORANGEBURG AND CALHOUN COUNTIES (1457309247) bills $34.53/claim for 87340 (Hepatitis b surface ag ia) vs avg $1.29 (+8.4Ο). $12,293 across 356 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CARETEAM PLUS, INC. (1427363209) bills $319.08/claim for 99203 (Office o/p new low 30 min) vs avg $71.16 (+8.3Ο). $18,507 across 58 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CHESTER HMA LLC (1366481632) bills $183.17/claim for J2550 (Promethazine hcl injection) vs avg $4.25 (+8.2Ο). $158,078 across 863 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
QHG OF SOUTH CAROLINA INC (1235183328) bills $54.01/claim for J0690 (Cefazolin sodium injection) vs avg $1.46 (+8.2Ο). $40,992 across 759 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL INC (1023418035) bills $414.66/claim for 82962 (Glucose blood test) vs avg $18.34 (+8.1Ο). $163,375 across 394 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CHARLES BOWEN (1720083827) bills $850.00/claim for D9223 (Deep sedation/general anesthesia each addl 15 min) vs avg $100.09 (+8.0Ο). $22,950 across 27 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ALLENDALE COUNTY HOSPITAL BOARD (1609866912) bills $64.23/claim for 94640 (Airway inhalation treatment) vs avg $7.12 (+8.0Ο). $23,764 across 370 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
QHG OF SOUTH CAROLINA INC (1831418862) bills $169.68/claim for 86901 (Blood typing serologic rh(d)) vs avg $5.32 (+8.0Ο). $15,780 across 93 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
THE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER OF ORANGEBURG AND CALHOUN COUNTIES (1457309247) bills $70.36/claim for 85027 (Complete cbc automated) vs avg $4.44 (+8.0Ο). $111,163 across 1,580 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
ABBEVILLE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (1063449361) bills $8.94/claim for J1885 (Ketorolac tromethamine inj) vs avg $0.61 (+8.0Ο). $37,629 across 4,209 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CARETEAM PLUS, INC. (1427363209) bills $311.23/claim for 99202 (Office o/p new sf 15 min) vs avg $56.29 (+7.9Ο). $93,991 across 302 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
CHEROKEE MEDICAL CENTER (1205307378) bills $116.55/claim for 82947 (Assay glucose blood quant) vs avg $5.97 (+7.8Ο). $41,608 across 357 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL, LLC (1003811290) bills $194.67/claim for 87804 (Influenza assay w/optic) vs avg $19.24 (+7.8Ο). $465,462 across 2,391 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.
PALMETTO SURGERY CENTER LLC (1073505038) bills $99.53/claim for D1120 (Prophylaxis - child) vs avg $34.97 (+7.7Ο). $198,954 across 1,999 claims.
This provider charges significantly more (or less) per claim for a specific procedure code compared to peers in the same state. This can indicate upcoding, incorrect billing, or specialty services.