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Lumbar fusion, posterolateral in California: what it costs

What Medicare pays for lumbar fusion, posterolateral in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$18,961
$17,826–$20,096 across California
Hospital outpatient
$25,714
$23,976–$27,451 across California
Hospital stay
$34,054
$31,615–$36,493 across California

Low-back fusion with bone graft laid along the side of the spine, usually with screws (22840).

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Questions

How much does lumbar fusion, posterolateral cost in California?

Medicare's 2026 price for lumbar fusion, posterolateral in California is $17,826–$20,096 at surgery center; $23,976–$27,451 at hospital outpatient; $31,615–$36,493 at hospital stay, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is lumbar fusion, posterolateral cheapest in California?

At surgery center, from $17,826. Hospital stay runs up to $36,493 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

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