Back Problems (without major complications) cost in Durham, NC
MS-DRG 552 · 2 hospitals in Durham
Charges here run from $23,951 to $36,716 — a difference of $12,764 for the same coded procedure, in the same city.
The typical North Carolina hospital charges $33,117.
Hospitals in Durham, cheapest first
| Hospital | Charged | Actually paid | Patients |
|---|---|---|---|
|
B
Duke Regional Hospital
Durham, NC |
$23,951 28% below the state average | $9,110 | 15 |
|
C
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC |
$36,716 11% above the state average | $14,282 | 32 |
These are the averages each hospital reported to Medicare, not a quote for you. Before treatment, ask each hospital for a written good-faith estimate — you are entitled to one if you are uninsured or paying yourself.