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Was I overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Los Angeles, CA?

Hospitals in LOS ANGELES, CA charge $171,678–$451,713 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. Medicare pays $37,455.

By Priya Iyengar , Senior Billing Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Priya Iyengar leads the billing code review team at BillRazor Research. She analyzes NCCI bundling edits, DRG coding, and regional rate variation. Expertise: NCCI bundling, DRG analysis, regional pricing.

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Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$496.9K
$250.9K
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Los Angeles average vs. benchmarks: $37.5K (Medicare rate) · $211.2K (City median)
$37,455
Medicare rate
$250,864
Los Angeles average
$171,678–$451,714
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Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors. Our system checks every line item against Medicare benchmarks.

If you received a bill for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in LOS ANGELES, here's how to evaluate it. The 5 hospitals in LOS ANGELES charge between $171,678 and $451,713. The city average is $250,863, which is 6.7x the Medicare benchmark of $37,455.

Hospital charges for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Los Angeles

Hospital Charge
DOCS SURGICAL HOSPITAL Lowest $171,678
L A DOWNTOWN MEDICAL CENTER $183,738
ADVENTIST HEALTH WHITE MEMORIAL $211,194
KECK HOSPITAL OF USC $235,995
CEDARS-SINAI MEDICAL CENTER Highest $451,714

What you can do

1
Request an itemized bill

Call the hospital billing department and request a full itemized bill (UB-04 form). This shows every charge by line item, making it easier to spot errors.

2
Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $37,455 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. The LOS ANGELES average is $250,863. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Los Angeles

How do I know if I was overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in LOS ANGELES?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $37,455 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in LOS ANGELES, CA is $250,863. If your bill is significantly above $250,863, it may be worth reviewing. Enter your amount in the checker above for an instant comparison.
What is the average cost of SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in LOS ANGELES, CA?
Based on data from 5 hospitals in LOS ANGELES, the average charge is $250,863. Prices range from $171,678 to $451,713. Medicare pays $37,455.
What should I do if I think my SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC bill is too high?
Three steps: (1) Request an itemized bill — hospitals are required to provide one. (2) Compare each line item against Medicare benchmarks using a tool like BillRazor. (3) If errors are found, dispute the charges in writing. Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors.
Can I negotiate a lower price for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC?
Yes. Cash-pay patients can often negotiate 30–60% off chargemaster rates. You can also ask about payment plans, financial assistance programs, or whether an ASC (surgery center) option is available. The cheapest option in LOS ANGELES is 171678.47 — about $171,678.

Related pricing data

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DOCS SURGICAL HOSPITAL pricing
L A DOWNTOWN MEDICAL CENTER pricing

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Data: Federal hospital payment data, FY 2024. Hospital charges are average covered charges reported to the federal government. All publicly available under federal law.

Methodology: Fair price benchmarks are based on Medicare reimbursement rates and city-level charge distributions. The gauge shows where a price falls relative to the Medicare rate (green), city median (yellow), and highest hospital charge (red).

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical, financial, or legal advice. Actual costs depend on your insurance and provider. We recommend verifying costs directly with your provider. Full methodology · Terms of use

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