DRG 326 Surgical
Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$32,418
National average
Avg Total Costs
$58,047
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
8.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$48,627 — $81,045
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
3,229
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
3,229
Total Discharges
$58,047
Avg Total Costs
$46,918
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for stomach, esophageal and duodenal procedures with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 326 is $32,418. Average hospital costs are $58,047. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($48,627 — $81,045).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 326?
The average length of stay is 8.9 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.