11 Most Expensive Hospital Treatments in America

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8. Amputation of lower extremity

Average cost per stay in hospital: $21,200

One of the most difficult decisions a surgeon has to make is to decide whether an amputation of the lower extremity is necessary or not. It is one of the oldest medical procedures ever performed. The reason this is such an important decision is because it is a permanent decision and the loss of a limb can have severe psychological impacts on the patient.

Most Expensive Hospital Treatments in America

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