DRG 209 Surgical
Complex Aortic Arch Procedures
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$73,572
National average
Avg Length of Stay
6.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$110,358 — $183,931
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for complex aortic arch procedures cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 209 is $73,572. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($110,358 — $183,931).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 209?
The average length of stay is 6.7 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.