DRG 276 Surgical
Cardiac Defibrillator Implant with MCC or Carotid Sinus Neurostimulator
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$39,043
National average
Avg Length of Stay
6.2 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$58,564 — $97,607
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for cardiac defibrillator implant with mcc or carotid sinus neurostimulator cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 276 is $39,043. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($58,564 — $97,607).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 276?
The average length of stay is 6.2 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.