DRG 215 Surgical
Other Heart Assist System Implant
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$64,721
National average
Avg Total Costs
$103,526
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
4.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$97,081 — $161,801
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
905
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
905
Total Discharges
$103,526
Avg Total Costs
$87,353
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for other heart assist system implant cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 215 is $64,721. Average hospital costs are $103,526. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($97,081 — $161,801).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 215?
The average length of stay is 4.7 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.