DRG 190 Medical
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$7,200
National average
Avg Total Costs
$10,055
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.3 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$10,800 — $18,000
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
53,583
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
53,583
Total Discharges
$10,055
Avg Total Costs
$8,084
Avg Medicare Payment
Cost by Severity Level
NY SPARCS hospital discharge data (2022) — costs reflect New York State hospitals
| Severity | Discharges | Avg LOS | Avg Charges | Avg Costs | Median Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme | 2,059 | 7.9 days | $77,825 | $25,454 | $17,920 |
| Major | 5,465 | 5.2 days | $44,460 | $14,718 | $11,070 |
| Minor | 2,823 | 2 days | $22,124 | $7,063 | $5,449 |
| Moderate | 6,262 | 3 days | $28,294 | $9,410 | $7,188 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 190 is $7,200. Average hospital costs are $10,055. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($10,800 — $18,000).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 190?
The average length of stay is 3.3 days. This varies by severity — NY data shows stays from 2.0 to 7.9 days depending on severity.
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.