University Health System's 2011 costs for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications

Diagnosis code: 552

4502 Medical Dr
San antonio, TX 78229

Region: : TX - San Antonio




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications
Total 2011 Cases 13
Average amount University Health System charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $24,085.00
Average amount Medicare paid University Health System for Medical Back Problems Without Major Complications $8,319.00
Difference between what University Health System charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $15,766.00
Hospital's Markup: 289%
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 8% higher
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 1208 out of 1801 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 33%