Statistical flags indicate unusual patterns — not proof of fraud or wrongdoing. Read our methodology

County of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

General Acute Care Hospital·Sylmar, CA·NPI: 1316969934SharePrint Report

Red Flags Explained

Each flag represents a statistical test that identified unusual billing patterns. Here's what each flag on this provider means in plain English:

Cost Outlier

Cost Outlier means this provider charges significantly more per claim than other providers billing the same procedure codes. This could indicate upcoding, inflated charges, or specialized services that justify higher costs.

Single-Code

Single-Code Billing means this provider bills almost exclusively for one or two procedure codes despite high total volume. Legitimate specialists may focus on specific codes, but extreme concentration can indicate a scheme billing repeatedly for the same service.

These flags are statistical indicators only. Many flagged providers have legitimate explanations for their billing patterns. Learn more about our methodology.

Compared to General Acute Care Hospital Peers

Total spending distribution among 156 providers in this specialty

P25MedianP75P90

This provider's total spending of $66.6M is at the below 25th percentile among 156 General Acute Care Hospital providers.

Total Paid

$66.6M

$66,605,756

Total Claims

75K

Beneficiaries

59K

1.3 claims/patient

Avg Cost/Claim

$888

🔍 Analysis

Provider Overview

County of Los Angeles Auditor Controller is a General Acute Care Hospital provider based in Sylmar, CA. From the 2018–2024 period, this provider received $66.6M in Medicaid payments across 75K claims.

Important Context

  • ℹ️This is a government entity that may serve as a fiscal agent for large populations. Government providers often bill at high volumes due to the scale of public programs they administer.

Why This Matters

At $66.6M in Medicaid payments, this provider represents significant public healthcare spending. Understanding where these dollars go helps ensure the program serves those who need it most.