DRG 239 Surgical
Amputation for Circulatory System Disorders Except Upper Limb and Toe with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$31,991
National average
Avg Total Costs
$45,673
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
11.1 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$47,987 — $79,978
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
1,760
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
1,760
Total Discharges
$45,673
Avg Total Costs
$38,908
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for amputation for circulatory system disorders except upper limb and toe with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 239 is $31,991. Average hospital costs are $45,673. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($47,987 — $79,978).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 239?
The average length of stay is 11.1 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.