Cox Medical Center's 2011 costs for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications)

Diagnosis code: 460

3801 South National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65807

Region: : MO - Springfield




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 251
Average amount Cox Medical Center charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $88,542.00
Average amount Medicare paid Cox Medical Center for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications) $23,977.00
Difference between what Cox Medical Center charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $64,565.00
Hospital's Markup: 369%
Average amount nationally charged for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Other Spine Fusion (Spinal Fusion Except Cervical Without Major Complications) in 2011 over all cases $95,568.30
Medicare's National Average Total Reimbursement $27,778.70
Hospital's charge compared to the national average 7% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 706 out of 1332 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 47%