Musc Medical Center's 2011 costs for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications

Diagnosis code: 552

169 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425

Region: : SC - Charleston




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications
Total 2011 Cases 25
Average amount Musc Medical Center charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $14,273.00
Average amount Medicare paid Musc Medical Center for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications $7,854.00
Difference between what Musc Medical Center charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $6,419.00
Hospital's Markup: 181%
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 36% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 470 out of 1801 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 74%