Discovery Living Inc.
Cost Outlier
Billing over 3× the national median for specific procedure codes.
This provider bills $3,725.87 per claim for S5136 (Companion care, adult, per 15 minutes), which is 12.3× the national median of $302.34.
Statistical flags are not proof of wrongdoing. Some entities (government agencies, home care programs) may legitimately bill at high rates. Hospitals, government entities, and large care organizations may legitimately bill at higher rates due to patient acuity, overhead costs, or specialized services. Read our methodology.
Red Flags Explained
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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.
These flags are statistical indicators only. Many flagged providers have legitimate explanations for their billing patterns. Learn more about our methodology.
Compared to Community Based Residential Treatment Facility Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Peers
Total spending distribution among 19 providers in this specialty
This provider's total spending of $82.0M is at the 25th percentile among 19 Community Based Residential Treatment Facility Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities providers.
Total Paid
$82.0M
$82,031,228
Total Claims
28K
Beneficiaries
13K
2.1 claims/patient
Avg Cost/Claim
$3K
🔍 Analysis
Provider Overview
Discovery Living Inc. is a Community Based Residential Treatment Facility Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities provider based in Cedar Rapids, IA. From the 2018–2024 period, this provider received $82.0M in Medicaid payments across 28K claims.
Why This Matters
At $82.0M 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.
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