Meriter Hsptl's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)

Diagnosis code: 491

202 S Park St
Madison, WI 53715

Region: : WI - Madison




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 27
Average amount Meriter Hsptl charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $25,219.00
Average amount Medicare paid Meriter Hsptl for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $7,014.00
Difference between what Meriter Hsptl charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $18,205.00
Hospital's Markup: 359%
Average amount nationally charged for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) in 2011 over all cases $30,746.10
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $7,083.45
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 18% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 439 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 55%