Arthrodesis, sacroiliac joint, open, includes obtaining bone graft, including instrumentation, when performed
AI EXPLANATION: Open sacroiliac joint fusion is a surgical procedure to stabilize and permanently join the sacrum and the iliac pelvic bone. Through a surgical incision, a surgeon removes damaged cartilage from the joint, places a bone graft to stimulate new bone growth, and inserts metal hardware such as screws or pins to hold the bones firmly together until they heal into one solid structure.
Across 6 hospitals, negotiated prices for this code range from $3,213 to $27,952. Each dot below is one payer and plan's rate as published by the hospital.