DRG 026 Surgical
Craniotomy and Endovascular Intracranial Procedures with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$20,210
National average
Avg Total Costs
$32,621
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
2.8 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$30,315 — $50,525
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
3,770
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
3,770
Total Discharges
$32,621
Avg Total Costs
$26,444
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for craniotomy and endovascular intracranial procedures with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 026 is $20,210. Average hospital costs are $32,621. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($30,315 — $50,525).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 026?
The average length of stay is 2.8 days. This varies by severity — patients with complications or comorbidities may stay longer.
How much does this hospital stay cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may be billed the hospital's chargemaster rate, which can be 3-5x the actual cost. Request an itemized bill and ask about financial assistance programs. Many hospitals offer 40-60% discounts for self-pay patients.