University Health System's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Joint Replacement/Reattachment (e.g., hip, knee) (Major Joint Replacement Or Reattachment Of Lower Extremity Without Major Complications)

Diagnosis code: 470

4502 Medical Dr
San antonio, TX 78229

Region: : TX - San Antonio




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Joint Replacement/Reattachment (e.g., hip, knee) (Major Joint Replacement Or Reattachment Of Lower Extremity Without Major Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 18
Average amount University Health System charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $35,660.00
Average amount Medicare paid University Health System for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Joint Replacement/Reattachment (e.g., hip, knee) (Major Joint Replacement Or Reattachment Of Lower Extremity Without Major Complications) $19,570.00
Difference between what University Health System charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $16,090.00
Hospital's Markup: 182%
Average amount nationally charged for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Joint Replacement/Reattachment (e.g., hip, knee) (Major Joint Replacement Or Reattachment Of Lower Extremity Without Major Complications) in 2011 over all cases $52,062.90
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $14,566.90
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 32% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 733 out of 2750 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 73%