DRG 098 Medical
Non-bacterial Infection of Nervous System Except Viral Meningitis with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$14,917
National average
Avg Total Costs
$23,973
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
5.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$22,375 — $37,292
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
11
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
11
Total Discharges
$23,973
Avg Total Costs
$21,170
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for non-bacterial infection of nervous system except viral meningitis with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 098 is $14,917. Average hospital costs are $23,973. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($22,375 — $37,292).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 098?
The average length of stay is 5.9 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.