DRG 148 Medical
Ear, Nose, Mouth and Throat Malignancy without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$5,181
National average
Avg Length of Stay
1.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$7,772 — $12,953
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for ear, nose, mouth and throat malignancy without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 148 is $5,181. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($7,772 — $12,953).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 148?
The average length of stay is 1.9 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.