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

Diagnosis code: 460

202 S Park St
Madison, WI 53715

Region: : WI - Madison




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 22
Average amount Meriter Hsptl charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $72,691.00
Average amount Medicare paid Meriter Hsptl for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications) $27,275.00
Difference between what Meriter Hsptl charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $45,416.00
Hospital's Markup: 266%
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 24% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 499 out of 1332 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 63%