DRG 257 Surgical
Upper Limb and Toe Amputation for Circulatory System Disorders without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$7,099
National average
Avg Length of Stay
3.1 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$10,649 — $17,748
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for upper limb and toe amputation for circulatory system disorders without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 257 is $7,099. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($10,649 — $17,748).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 257?
The average length of stay is 3.1 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.