DRG 278 Surgical
Ultrasound Accelerated and Other Thrombolysis of Peripheral Vascular Structures with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$36,180
National average
Avg Length of Stay
7.2 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$54,270 — $90,451
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for ultrasound accelerated and other thrombolysis of peripheral vascular structures ... cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 278 is $36,180. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($54,270 — $90,451).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 278?
The average length of stay is 7.2 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.