DRG 076 Medical
Viral Meningitis without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$5,364
National average
Avg Length of Stay
2.6 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$8,046 — $13,410
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for viral meningitis without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 076 is $5,364. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($8,046 — $13,410).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 076?
The average length of stay is 2.6 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.