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

Diagnosis code: 491

987400 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198

Region: : NE - Omaha




Diagnosis (DRG) Description Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications)
Total 2011 Cases 53
Average amount The Nebraska Medical Center charged for this procedure in 2011 over total discharges $24,285.00
Average amount Medicare paid The Nebraska Medical Center for Neck, Back, Arms & Legs - Back & Neck (no fusion) (Back & Neck Proc Exc Spinal Fusion Without Any Complications) $8,000.00
Difference between what The Nebraska Medical Center charged and Medicare reimbursed the hospital for the procedure $16,285.00
Hospital's Markup: 303%
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 21% lower
Hospital's Rank for this diagnosis 404 out of 975 reported procedures
Percent of hospitals that are more expensive 59%