DRG 241 Surgical
Amputation for Circulatory System Disorders Except Upper Limb and Toe without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$8,999
National average
Avg Length of Stay
4 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$13,498 — $22,497
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
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 | 476 | 10.7 days | $94,106 | $32,594 | $24,322 |
| Major | 3,351 | 5.4 days | $44,618 | $14,992 | $11,467 |
| Minor | 3,254 | 2.5 days | $20,780 | $7,270 | $5,908 |
| Moderate | 4,982 | 3.4 days | $28,666 | $9,410 | $7,650 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for amputation for circulatory system disorders except upper limb and toe without cc... cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 241 is $8,999. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($13,498 — $22,497).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 241?
The average length of stay is 4 days. This varies by severity — NY data shows stays from 2.5 to 10.7 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.