THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR
FT WAYNE, IN 46804 · Acute Care Hospitals
10 procedures with CMS pricing data · Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024
By BillRazor Research · Last updated March 27, 2026 · Methodology
Procedures Analyzed
10
With CMS pricing data
Avg Charge-to-Medicare Ratio
13.0x
Chargemaster ÷ Medicare
CMS Quality Rating
Not rated
No CMS star rating available
Hospital Type
Acute Care Hospitals
Proprietary
Above 90th Percentile
40%
Compared to IN hospitals
Understanding Your Costs
When you receive a bill from THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR, you are typically seeing the hospital's “chargemaster” rate — its published list price for each service. According to CMS data, THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR lists chargemaster rates that average 13.0x the corresponding Medicare reimbursement amount across 10 procedures with publicly available pricing data (Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024).
The median hospital in IN has a chargemaster-to-Medicare ratio of 5.0x, with ratios across the state ranging from 1.6x to 13.0x. At 13.0x, this facility’s average ratio is above the state median. 80 hospitals in IN report pricing data to CMS (Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary).
The procedure with the largest gap between the listed price and Medicare reimbursement at THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR is SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC (DRG 460). The listed chargemaster rate is $407,550, while Medicare reimburses $21,803 for the same procedure — a ratio of 18.7x (Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024).
What does this actually mean for your bill? Chargemaster rates are rarely what patients pay. If you have insurance, your insurer has negotiated a separate rate — often 40–60% less than the listed price. If you are uninsured, you may be able to negotiate directly with the hospital or request financial assistance. The chargemaster-to-Medicare ratio is a useful reference point for understanding listed pricing, but it does not represent what most patients will owe out of pocket.
4 of 10 procedures (40%) at this facility have listed rates above the 90th percentile compared to other IN hospitals reporting the same procedure data to CMS (Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary).
THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR is a proprietary acute care hospitals facility. Note: CMS quality ratings measure patient outcomes and experience, not pricing. A hospital with high listed prices may provide excellent care, and pricing data alone should not be used to evaluate the quality of a healthcare provider.
Listed Chargemaster Rates vs Medicare Reimbursement — Top Procedures by Ratio
Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024. Chargemaster rates are list prices and may not reflect actual patient costs.
Procedure Pricing Lookup
Search for a specific procedure or DRG code to see listed chargemaster rates and Medicare reimbursement amounts.
| Procedure | DRG | Listed Charge | Medicare Reimb. | Ratio | State Position | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC | 460 | $407,550 | $21,803 | 18.7x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| MAJOR HIP AND KNEE JOINT REPLACEMENT OR REATTACHMENT OF LOWER EXTREMITY WITHOUT MCC | 470 | $175,328 | $10,431 | 16.8x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| REVISION OF HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT WITHOUT CC/MCC | 468 | $232,873 | $15,540 | 15.0x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| HIP REPLACEMENT WITH PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS OF HIP FRACTURE WITHOUT MCC | 522 | $146,775 | $11,014 | 13.3x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| COMBINED ANTERIOR AND POSTERIOR SPINAL FUSION WITH CC | 454 | $468,644 | $37,131 | 12.6x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| COMBINED ANTERIOR AND POSTERIOR SPINAL FUSION WITHOUT CC/MCC | 455 | $336,165 | $26,890 | 12.5x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH CC | 481 | $117,809 | $10,858 | 10.8x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| REVISION OF HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT WITH CC | 467 | $227,556 | $21,868 | 10.4x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| CERVICAL SPINAL FUSION WITH CC | 472 | $170,979 | $16,646 | 10.3x | 1th | Compare your bill |
| LOWER EXTREMITY AND HUMERUS PROCEDURES EXCEPT HIP, FOOT AND FEMUR WITH CC | 493 | $126,252 | $13,736 | 9.2x | 1th | Compare your bill |
Showing 10 of 10 procedures
All data from CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024. Chargemaster rates are list prices and may not reflect actual patient costs.
Statewide Context
Charge-to-Medicare ratio range across IN hospitals
80 hospitals in IN report pricing data to CMS. This facility's average ratio of 13.0x places it at the upper end of the state range (Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary).
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Important: Listed chargemaster rates are not what most insured patients pay. Actual costs depend on your insurance plan's negotiated rates, deductibles, and coverage terms. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions About THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR
How much does THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR charge compared to Medicare?
According to CMS IPPS data, THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR's listed chargemaster rates average 13.0x the Medicare reimbursement amount across 10 procedures. Chargemaster rates are list prices and are not what most insured patients pay — actual costs depend on insurance negotiations and coverage terms.
What is the most expensive procedure at THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR?
The procedure with the highest chargemaster-to-Medicare ratio at THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR is SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC (DRG 460), with a listed charge of $407,550 compared to Medicare reimbursement of $21,803 — a ratio of 18.7x. Source: CMS IPPS Provider Summary.
Is THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR expensive compared to other IN hospitals?
THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR's average chargemaster-to-Medicare ratio is 13.0x. Ratios vary significantly across IN hospitals. This ratio reflects listed chargemaster prices, not what patients actually pay. CMS quality ratings, which measure patient outcomes and experience, are separate from pricing data.
Where does the pricing data for THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR come from?
All pricing data comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) Provider Summary, published under federal price transparency law (45 CFR Part 180). This data is publicly available and updated annually.
How can I check if my bill from THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR is correct?
You can upload your bill to BillRazor for a free comparison against publicly available Medicare reimbursement data. Our system analyzes every line item in 60 seconds. Research suggests 49-80% of hospital bills contain errors, including duplicate charges, incorrect procedure codes, and unbundling.
Does THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR in FT WAYNE, IN accept Medicare?
THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR is included in the CMS IPPS Provider Summary, which covers Medicare-participating hospitals. For specific coverage questions, contact THE ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL OF LUTHERAN HEALTH NETWOR directly or check with your insurance provider.
Data sourced from CMS IPPS Provider Summary, FY2024. All information is for educational purposes only.