DRG 265 Surgical
Aicd Lead Procedures
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$23,518
National average
Avg Length of Stay
4.4 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$35,277 — $58,796
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for aicd lead procedures cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 265 is $23,518. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($35,277 — $58,796).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 265?
The average length of stay is 4.4 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.