DRG 188 Medical
Pleural Effusion without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$4,662
National average
Avg Length of Stay
2.1 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$6,993 — $11,655
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for pleural effusion without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 188 is $4,662. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($6,993 — $11,655).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 188?
The average length of stay is 2.1 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.