DRG 029 Surgical
Spinal Procedures with CC or Spinal Neurostimulators
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$22,175
National average
Avg Total Costs
$41,346
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
4.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$33,263 — $55,439
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
607
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
607
Total Discharges
$41,346
Avg Total Costs
$32,118
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for spinal procedures with cc or spinal neurostimulators cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 029 is $22,175. Average hospital costs are $41,346. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($33,263 — $55,439).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 029?
The average length of stay is 4.7 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.