Augusta Health's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications)

Diagnosis code: 460

78 Medical Center Drive
Fishersville, VA 22939

Region: : VA - Charlottesville




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 13
Average amount Augusta Health charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $123,464.00
Average amount Medicare paid Augusta Health for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications) $37,636.00
Difference between what Augusta Health charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $85,828.00
Hospital's Markup: 328%
Average amount nationally charged for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications) in 2011 over all cases $95,568.30
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $27,778.70
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 29% higher
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 1055 out of 1332 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 21%