DRG 097 Medical
Non-bacterial Infection of Nervous System Except Viral Meningitis with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$23,477
National average
Avg Total Costs
$56,046
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
8.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$35,215 — $58,692
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
37
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
37
Total Discharges
$56,046
Avg Total Costs
$44,799
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for non-bacterial infection of nervous system except viral meningitis with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 097 is $23,477. Average hospital costs are $56,046. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($35,215 — $58,692).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 097?
The average length of stay is 8.7 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.