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

Diagnosis code: 491

550 Peachtree St Ne
Atlanta, GA 30308

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 28
Average amount Emory University Hospital Midtown charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $21,989.00
Average amount Medicare paid Emory University Hospital Midtown for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $8,037.00
Difference between what Emory University Hospital Midtown charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $13,952.00
Hospital's Markup: 273%
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 28% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 335 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 66%