What Medicare pays for lumbar fusion, posterolateral in North Carolina in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.
Low-back fusion with bone graft laid along the side of the spine, usually with screws (22840).
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Medicare's 2026 price for lumbar fusion, posterolateral in North Carolina is $14,123–$14,747 at surgery center; $18,115–$19,109 at hospital outpatient; $23,283–$24,644 at hospital stay, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.
At surgery center, from $14,123. Hospital stay runs up to $24,644 for the same service.
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