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

Diagnosis code: 491

3800 Reservoir Rd
Washington, DC 20007

Region: : DC - Washington




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 31
Average amount Georgetown University Hospital charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $43,310.00
Average amount Medicare paid Georgetown University Hospital for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $9,274.00
Difference between what Georgetown University Hospital charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $34,036.00
Hospital's Markup: 467%
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 41% higher
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 821 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 16%