Musc Medical Center's 2011 costs for Hypertension Without Major Complications

Diagnosis code: 305

169 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425

Region: : SC - Charleston




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Hypertension Without Major Complications
Total 2011 Cases 13
Average amount Musc Medical Center charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $11,402.00
Average amount Medicare paid Musc Medical Center for Hypertension Without Major Complications $5,931.00
Difference between what Musc Medical Center charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $5,471.00
Hospital's Markup: 192%
Average amount nationally charged for Hypertension Without Major Complications in 2011 over all cases $17,518.00
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $4,403.22
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 35% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 276 out of 1129 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 76%