Corpus Christi Medical Center,the's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)

Diagnosis code: 491

7101 S Padre Island Dr
Corpus christi, TX 78412

Region: : TX - Corpus Christi




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 40
Average amount Corpus Christi Medical Center,the charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $52,334.00
Average amount Medicare paid Corpus Christi Medical Center,the for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $6,424.00
Difference between what Corpus Christi Medical Center,the charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $45,910.00
Hospital's Markup: 814%
Average amount nationally charged for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) in 2011 over all cases $30,746.10
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $7,083.45
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 70% higher
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 886 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 9%