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Was I overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in New York, NY?

Hospitals in NEW YORK, NY charge $131,768–$409,294 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. Medicare pays $39,696.

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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CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$450.2K
$205.2K
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New York average vs. benchmarks: $39.7K (Medicare rate) · $178.8K (City median)
$39,696
Medicare rate
$205,185
New York average
$131,769–$409,294
Price range
6
Hospitals
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 NEW YORK, here's how to evaluate it. The 6 hospitals in NEW YORK charge between $131,768 and $409,294. The city average is $205,185, which is 5.2x the Medicare benchmark of $39,696.

Hospital charges for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in New York

Hospital Charge
MOUNT SINAI WEST Lowest $131,769
MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL $147,848
HOSPITAL FOR SPECIAL SURGERY $176,911
LENOX HILL HOSPITAL $180,785
NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL $184,506
NYU LANGONE HOSPITALS Highest $409,294

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.

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Compare against benchmarks

Medicare pays $39,696 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. The NEW YORK average is $205,185. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in New York

How do I know if I was overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in NEW YORK?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $39,696 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in NEW YORK, NY is $205,185. If your bill is significantly above $205,185, 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 NEW YORK, NY?
Based on data from 6 hospitals in NEW YORK, the average charge is $205,185. Prices range from $131,768 to $409,294. Medicare pays $39,696.
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 NEW YORK is 131768.97 — about $131,768.

Related pricing data

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MOUNT SINAI WEST 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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