Duke University Hospital's 2011 costs for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications

Diagnosis code: 552

Po Box 3708 Dumc Erwin Rd
Durham, NC 27710

Region: : NC - Durham




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications
Total 2011 Cases 37
Average amount Duke University Hospital charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $27,992.00
Average amount Medicare paid Duke University Hospital for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications $9,315.00
Difference between what Duke University Hospital charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $18,677.00
Hospital's Markup: 300%
Average amount nationally charged for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications in 2011 over all cases $22,387.40
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $5,725.80
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 25% higher
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 1374 out of 1801 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 24%