However, orthopedic surgeons far surpassed that number in 2023, with average billing to commercial payers reaching $9.8 million.
Orthopedic surgeons had the second-highest billing average to payers in 2023 following general surgeons, who billed an average of $11.7 million.
These billing amounts do not take Medicare billing or billing to other government payers into account.
At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.
