Emory University Hospital's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)

Diagnosis code: 491

1364 Clifton Road, Ne
Atlanta, GA 30322

Region: : GA - Atlanta




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 52
Average amount Emory University Hospital charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $28,104.00
Average amount Medicare paid Emory University Hospital for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $8,531.00
Difference between what Emory University Hospital charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $19,573.00
Hospital's Markup: 329%
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 9% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 531 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 46%