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Was I overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Pittsburgh, PA?

Hospitals in PITTSBURGH, PA charge $102,640–$272,790 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. Medicare pays $24,473.

By Kevin Nyk , Medical Billing Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Kevin Nyk analyzes hospital pricing data at BillRazor Research. He specializes in Medicare reimbursement patterns and chargemaster pricing across U.S. hospitals. Expertise: hospital pricing, Medicare rates, chargemaster analysis.

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Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateCity medianHighest hospital$0$300.1K
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Pittsburgh average vs. benchmarks: $24.5K (Medicare rate) · $150.8K (City median)
$24,474
Medicare rate
$162,669
Pittsburgh average
$102,641–$272,791
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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 PITTSBURGH, here's how to evaluate it. The 6 hospitals in PITTSBURGH charge between $102,640 and $272,790. The city average is $162,668, which is 6.6x the Medicare benchmark of $24,473.

Hospital charges for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Pittsburgh

Hospital Charge
ALLEGHENY GENERAL HOSPITAL Lowest $102,641
ST CLAIR HOSPITAL $112,160
UPMC PASSAVANT $119,848
UPMC ST MARGARET $181,693
UPMC MERCY $186,880
UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE Highest $272,791

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 $24,473 for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC. The PITTSBURGH average is $162,668. Use the comparison tool above to see where your bill falls.

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FAQ — SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in Pittsburgh

How do I know if I was overcharged for SPINAL FUSION EXCEPT CERVICAL WITHOUT MCC in PITTSBURGH?
Compare your bill against benchmarks: Medicare pays $24,473 for this procedure. The average hospital charge in PITTSBURGH, PA is $162,668. If your bill is significantly above $162,668, 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 PITTSBURGH, PA?
Based on data from 6 hospitals in PITTSBURGH, the average charge is $162,668. Prices range from $102,640 to $272,790. Medicare pays $24,473.
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 PITTSBURGH is 102640.86 — about $102,640.

Related pricing data

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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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