Middle East - Children's Encyclopedia (Ages 8-11) The Middle East is the region around the southern and eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea. It includes the countries that are located where the continents of Europe, Asia, and Africa meet. Geographers and historians do not always agree on which countries should be included in the Middle East.
How to Benchmark: Once you have calculated your overhead rate, compare it with the median levels reported by peer practices in your specialty. For example, the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) Cost Surveys report the specialty-specific overhead rates that can be used for benchmark comparison. For pediatric practices, the typical overhead rate approximates 60%; for orthopedic surgery practices, the overhead rate is lower, at 45%.
Gastric Bypass Surgery Cost by State: 2015 (and How to Make It Affordable). The high average cost of gastric bypass surgery - $24,000 in the United States, $20,000 in Canada and $17,000 in Australia-can be a significant obstacle for patients to overcome.Fortunately, there are several options that help make it more affordableâ¦.1  Average cost of gastric bypass by region.ost of Gastric Bypass Surgery by Region. Scroll down to review the average cost of gastric bypass surgery by state/region in the following countries (based on Bariatric Surgery Source's most recent Annual Surgeon Cost Survey)...