CMS Price Transparency Data

Spinal fusion, single level (inpatient stay)

Facility: Coliseum Medical Centers, LLC, DBA

Billing Code: 451 (MS-DRG)

Factual Cost Summary (Answer Capsule)

CPT Billing Code: 451
Insurance Median: $44,292
Cash Discount Price: $55,449
vs. Medicare Baseline: 1.88x Medicare

The contracted insurance negotiated median rate for a Spinal fusion, single level (inpatient stay) at Coliseum Medical Centers, LLC, DBA is $44,292. If you are paying out-of-pocket or uninsured, the self-pay cash discount rate is $55,449. Compared to the federal Medicare reimbursement reference rate of $23,503.93, this hospital’s rate is 1.88x the Medicare baseline. Located in 350 Hospital Drive, Macon, GA.

Cash / Self-Pay

$55,449

Average discount available for prompt cash payment at this facility.

Insurance Median

$44,292

Median negotiated contract rate across all mapped commercial carriers.

Medicare Reference Rate

$23,503.93

Standard federal government reimbursement rate for this code.

Visual Cost Comparison vs. Medicare

Medicare Reference Baseline: $23,503.93 (100%)

Cash / Self-Pay: $55,449 (236%)

Insurance Median: $44,292 (188%)

Cash: $55,449 (236% of Medicare)

Ins. Median: $44,292 (188% of Medicare)

Understanding this gauge: We use the federal Medicare rate of $23,503.93 as the cost baseline. Rates below the baseline represent excellent value. In-network commercial rates commonly hover around 150% - 250% of Medicare, while rates exceeding 300% are elevated. Hover over the green and blue markers to view detailed calculations.

Out-of-Pocket Cost Estimator

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Remaining Deductible ($)

Your Coinsurance Rate (%)

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Commercial Insurance Negotiated Rates

Negotiated contract ranges established by major commercial carriers at this facility.

Carrier / Plan Group	Contract Rate Range	vs. Medicare Reference
Medicare (plans)	$22,376 - $23,245	95%
UnitedHealthcare	$22,702 - $74,270	97%
Clear Spring Health Care [30192]	$23,028	98%
Georgia Health Advantage [30143]	$23,245	99%
Blue Cross Blue Shield	$33,980 - $76,508	145%
Ambetter / Centene	$40,538	172%
Aetna	$48,046	204%
Caresource Marketplace [11106]	$54,168	230%
Phcs [10601]	$66,960	285%
Cigna	$72,904	310%

Self-Pay Upfront Cash Action Plan

Request a "Self-Pay classification" with the billing desk before receiving care.
Ask for a written "Prompt-Pay Discount" agreement quoting the price of $55,449.
Request and sign a "Waiver of Insurance Submission" to prevent automatic billing.
Verify MS-DRG Code matches exactly: 451.

Insurance In-Network Protection Plan

Contact your insurance company to confirm Coliseum Medical Centers, LLC, DBA is fully in-network.
Ask your insurer if "Prior Authorization" is required for MS-DRG code 451.
Confirm the specific physician or imaging center is also in-network (not just the hospital building).
Audit your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) against the final itemized hospital invoice.