DRG 352 Surgical
Inguinal and Femoral Hernia Procedures without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$7,591
National average
Avg Total Costs
$13,958
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
1.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$11,386 — $18,977
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
18
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
18
Total Discharges
$13,958
Avg Total Costs
$11,610
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for inguinal and femoral hernia procedures without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 352 is $7,591. Average hospital costs are $13,958. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($11,386 — $18,977).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 352?
The average length of stay is 1.9 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.