Pricing Transparency

Understanding Your Healthcare Costs: Ochsner LSU Health’s Commitment to Price Transparency
At Ochsner LSU Health, we believe in empowering our patients with the information they need to make informed decisions about their care. In line with regulations set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), we are dedicated to providing access to our standard charges in a clear, comprehensive format approved by CMS guidelines.

Important Information:
File Format: The data is provided in CSV format for easy download.
File Size and layout: Please keep in mind that these files are quite large, in line with the CMS layout requirements.
Updates: The price transparency file is only updated annually, as required by CMS. Additional updates may be made during the year based on the requirements of CMS; however, other changes will be displayed with the next annual update.

How to Access the Information
To find the standard charges for the appropriate facility, please select the relevant hospital from the list below. This will provide you with comprehensive information specific to that location. Ochsner LSU Health is dedicated to providing accurate and reliable price transparency files, ensuring clear and accessible healthcare cost information for our patients.

File last updated: December 20, 2024

Download our Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center Standard Charges here

Download our Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St. Mary Medical Center Standard Charges here

Download our Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Monroe Medical Center Standard Charges here

Wondering About Your Healthcare Costs? We’re Here to Help!
At Ochsner LSU Health, we know that understanding your healthcare costs can be stressful. We're committed to making this process as simple and clear as possible.

While hospital charges remain consistent for all patients, your financial responsibility may vary based on your insurance, out-of-pocket costs (deductibles, co-insurance, co-pays), and other factors. To get a clearer idea of what your costs might look like, we highly recommend using our Cost Estimator Tool. It’s a quick and easy way to get an estimate of what you could pay, helping you plan ahead with confidence.

Need More Help?
If you need a personalized estimate or have questions about your billing, our Patient Financial Counselors are here for you. Here’s how to reach them:

• Call us at 318-626-0986
• Use the MyChart patient portal.

We’re here to help you navigate your healthcare costs with confidence, so you can focus on what matters most—your health!