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Procedure | Price Range | |
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Lumbar Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost Average | $29,100 - $80,000 | Free Quote |
Cervical Anterior Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost Average | $20,000 - $54,900 | Free Quote |
Cervical Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost Average | $13,400 - $36,700 | Free Quote |
Lumbar Anterior Spinal Fusion Surgery Cost Average | $21,700 - $59,500 | Free Quote |
Facility | City | Type |
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Oak Brook Surgical Centre | Oak Brook | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Optima Surgicare | Cicero | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Swedish Covenant Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Provena Saint Joseph Hospital | Elgin | Acute Care Hospital |
Rogers Park One Day Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Vista Medical Center West | Waukegan | Acute Care Hospital |
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Chicago Endoscopy Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
NCDS Ambulatory Care Center | Oak Lawn | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Loyola Ambulatory Surgery Center at Oakbrook | Oakbrook Terrace | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Macneal Hospital | Berwyn | Acute Care Hospital |
Suburban Surgery Center of Dupage | Addison | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Broadwest Specialty Surgical Center | Merrillville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Grand Oaks Surgical | Libertyville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Provena Mercy Medical Center | Aurora | Acute Care Hospital |
The Surgery Center at 900 N Michigan | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Belmont/harlem Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
South Shore Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Community Hospital | Munster | Acute Care Hospital |
Palos Surgicenter | Palos Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Novamed Surgery Center of Chicago-northshore | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Fullerton Kimball Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital | Barrington | Acute Care Hospital |
Ingalls Memorial Hospital | Harvey | Acute Care Hospital |
Access Health Center | Downers Grove | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Des Plaines Surgicare | Des Plaines | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hauser-ross Surgicenter | Sycamore | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Northwest Community Day Surgery Center | Arlington Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Anthony Medical Center | Crown Point | Acute Care Hospital |
Grand Avenue Surgical Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Morris Hospital | Morris | Acute Care Hospital |
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital | Downers Grove | Acute Care Hospital |
Bridgeport Surgicenter | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Methodist Hospital of Chicago | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
River North Same Day Surgery | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Seven Bridges Surgical Facility | Woodridge | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Roseland Community Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Right Care Surgery Center | East Dundee | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Edward Hospital | Naperville | Acute Care Hospital |
Kendall Pointe Surgery Center | Oswego | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Elmwood Park Same Day Surgery | Elmwood Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Central Dupage Hospital | Winfield | Acute Care Hospital |
Six Corners Same Day Surgery | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Oak Forest Hospital | Oak Forest | Acute Care Hospital |
Ambulatory Surgicenter of Downers Grove | Downers Grove | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Aanchor Health Center | Glen Ellyn | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
1800 Mcdonough Road Surgery Center | Hoffman Estates | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Altamonte Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rush Surgicenter Partnership | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Whiting Surgical Care Center | Orland Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Holy Cross Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Plainfield Surgery Center | Plainfield | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lakeside Surgery Center | East Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Grundy County Surgical Facility | Morris | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lakeshore Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Mary Medical Center | Hobart | Acute Care Hospital |
Rush-copley Medical Center | Aurora | Acute Care Hospital |
Loyola University Medical Center | Maywood | Acute Care Hospital |
Lakeview Surgery Center | Vernon Hills | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Great Lakes Surgery Center | Kenosha | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lakeshore Surgicare | Chesterton | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lake Forest Hospital | Lake Forest | Acute Care Hospital |
The University of Chicago Hospitals and Health System | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Clinicians Surgery Care Center. . | Gurnee | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Novamed Surgery Center of Merrillville | Merrillville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Midwestern | Zion | Acute Care Hospital |
Silver Cross Hospital | Joliet | Acute Care Hospital |
Algonquin Road Surgery Center | Lake In The Hills | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Thorek Memorial Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Little Company of Mary Hospital | Evergreen Park | Acute Care Hospital |
Gottlieb Memorial Hospital | Melrose Park | Acute Care Hospital |
West Suburban Medical Center | Oak Park | Acute Care Hospital |
Tri-cities Surgery Center | Geneva | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
West Main Surgery | Cary | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Center for Specialty Surgery | Munster | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Dreyer Ambulatory Surgery Center | Aurora | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Surgicore | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Woodfield Surgical Center | Schaumburg | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital | La Grange | Acute Care Hospital |
Porter Valparaiso Hospital Campus | Valparaiso | Acute Care Hospital |
American Surgical Services | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advocate Trinity Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Valley Ambulatory Surgery Center | St Charles | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Adventist Glenoaks Hospital | Glendale Heights | Acute Care Hospital |
Weiss Memorial Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Suburban Surgical Care Center | Hoffman Estates | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Resurrection Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
North Shore Ambulatory Care | Skokie | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Gurnee Surgicare | Gurnee | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Suburban Surgical Facility | Homewood | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Michigan Avenue Center for Health | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Tinley Woods Surgery Center | Tinley Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Salt Creek Surgery Center | Westmont | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Castle Surgicenter | Aurora | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital | Elmhurst | Acute Care Hospital |
Fullerton Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Magna Surgical Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Logan Square Surgery Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advantage Health Care | Wood Dale | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Northern Illinois Ambulatory Service | Buffalo Grove | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital | Park Ridge | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Francis Hospital and Health Center | Blue Island | Acute Care Hospital |
Kishwaukee Community Hospital | Dekalb | Acute Care Hospital |
Condell Medical Center | Libertyville | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Francis Hospital | Evanston | Acute Care Hospital |
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Provident Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Elmhurst Outpatient Surgery Center | Elmhurst | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Northwest Suburban Surgical Services | Crystal Lake | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lake Park Surgicare | Hobart | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Adventist Hinsdale Hospital | Hinsdale | Acute Care Hospital |
Midwestern Surgical Services | Lombard | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rush University Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Northwest Surgicare | Arlington Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Delnor-community Hospital | Geneva | Acute Care Hospital |
Centegra Northern Illinois Medical Center | Mchenry | Acute Care Hospital |
25 East Same Day Surgery | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Mount Sinai Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
University of Illinois Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
K and G Surgical Suites | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Rush North Shore Medical Center | Skokie | Acute Care Hospital |
Van Orthopaedic and Spine Surgery | Geneva | Ortho Surgery Center |
North Shore Same Day Surgery | Evanston | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Loretto Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
South Chicago Surgical Solutions | Orland Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Merriville Plaza Surgery Center | Merrillville Bra | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Forest Med-surg Center | Justice | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Metro Surgical Services | Harwood Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Palos Community Hospital | Palos Heights | Acute Care Hospital |
Evanston Hospital | Evanston | Acute Care Hospital |
Ravine Way Surgery Center | Glenview | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Lincoln Park Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Vista Medical Center East | Waukegan | Acute Care Hospital |
Our Lady of the Resurrection Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Bensenville Surgical Suite | Bensenville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hawthorne Place Outpatient Surgery Center | Libertyville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Suburban Surgery | Orland Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Ambulatory Surgery Centers of Chicago | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Margaret Mercy - Dyer Campus | Dyer | Acute Care Hospital |
Apac Surgical Center Il | Crown Point | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Southwest Surgical Excellence | Tinley Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Naperville Surgical Centre | Naperville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Kenosha Medical Center | Kenosha | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint James Hospital and Health Centers - Olympia | Olympia Fields | Acute Care Hospital |
The Center for Surgery | Naperville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Midwest Day Surgery | Downers Grove | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Tinley Park Surgicare | Tinley Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Orland Park Surgical Center | Orland Park | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Calumet Surgery Center | Munster | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Norwegian American Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgicare Center | Chicago Heights | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Westlake Hospital | Melrose Park | Acute Care Hospital |
Advocate Christ Medical Center | Oak Lawn | Acute Care Hospital |
Munster Same Day Surgery | Munster | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Alexian Brothers Medical Center | Elk Grove Village | Acute Care Hospital |
Midland Surgical Center | Sycamore | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Anthony Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Sherman Hospital | Elgin | Acute Care Hospital |
Mercy Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
The Neurologic and Orthopedic Insitute of Chicago | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Rush Oak Park Hospital | Oak Park | Acute Care Hospital |
Northwestern Memorial Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
ACU Health Center | Hinsdale | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Hinsdale Surgical Center | Hinsdale | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Aurora Medical Center | Kenosha | Acute Care Hospital |
Sacred Heart Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Franciscan Physicians Hospital In Munster | Munster | Acute Care Hospital |
Northwest Community Hospital | Arlington Heights | Acute Care Hospital |
Novamed Surgery Center of River Forest | River Forest | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Advocate South Suburban Hospital | Hazel Crest | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Catherine Hospital | East Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Bernard Hospital and Health Care Center | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Water Tower Surgicenter | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Holy Family Medical Center | Des Plaines | Acute Care Hospital |
Methodist Hospitals - Northlake Campus | Gary | Acute Care Hospital |
Surgery Center of Joliet | Joliet | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Saint Margaret Mercy - Hammond Campus | Hammond | Acute Care Hospital |
Jackson Park Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Centegra Memorial Medical Center | Woodstock | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Joseph Hospital | Chicago | Acute Care Hospital |
Saint Alexius Medical Center | Hoffman Estates | Acute Care Hospital |
Dimensions Medical Center | Des Plaines | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Peterson Medical Surgicenter | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Chandana Surgery Center | Valparaiso | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Vista Surgery Center | Lindenhurst | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Merrillville Surgery Center | Merrillville | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center | Joliet | Acute Care Hospital |
Advanced Ambulatory Surgical Center | Chicago | Ambulatory Surgical Center |
Spinal Fusion Cost and Procedure Introduction
A spinal fusion is a procedure during which two or more vertebrae are joined (fused). Spinal fusions are performed to alleviate a number of problems: spinal stenosis, fractures, herniated discs, injuries, infection and tumors. Spinal fusions can be done using a bone from your pelvis or a bone bank. It can also be done with a metal implant, which will hold the vertebrae together until new bone can grow. These procedures are conducted using general anesthesia. Patients spend a few days in the hospital afterward for observation. You will need to follow a physical rehabilitation program after you get home.
Patient Preparation for Spinal Fusion
A physical examination will be performed along with blood or other diagnostic tests, such as X-rays and MRIs. It is particularly important to inform the physician of all medications or vitamins taken regularly or if you are pregnant (or think you might be pregnant). Also, let your doctor know if you have heart, lung or other medical conditions that may need special attention. And finally, tell your doctor if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications, aspirin or other medications that affect blood clotting. You will be given instructions in advance that will outline what you should and should not do in preparation for the surgery; be sure to read and follow those instructions. You will be asked to fast for eight hours before the procedure, generally after midnight. It is also important to prepare your home for when you get home from the hospital and during recovery. Move necessary items to areas which will not require you to bend or reach. You will need to make arrangements for transportation after the surgery is complete. If you are given a prescription for pain medication, have it filled prior to surgery.
What to Expect During and After Spinal Fusion
The surgery can take several hours. After arriving at the hospital, an intravenous line is inserted into the arm to administer a sedative and a painkiller. Also, your heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate and oxygen level will be monitored during the procedure. The procedure is done while you are under general anesthesia (unconscious and pain-free). The surgeon will make a cut over the vertebrae that need to be fused. After preparing the bone graft, the surgeon will place it between the vertebrae. Metal plates, rods or screws may be used to hold the vertebrae in place while the bone graft heals. Sometimes, the surgeon will use a synthetic substance to aid in bone growth and speed the fusion. Finally, the incision will be closed with stitches or staples.
After surgery, you will be taken to the recovery room for observation. Once your blood pressure, pulse and breathing are stable and you are alert, you will be taken to a hospital room. Before being discharged, you will be given instructions about care for your incisions, limits on activities and what you should do to aid your recovery. If you notice any of the following, call the number the hospital gave you: Fever, excessive sweating, difficulty urinating, redness, bleeding or worsening pain. It usually takes several months for the bones to fuse, and you’ll need to wear a brace until your spine is aligned correctly.
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