DRG 354 Surgical
Hernia Procedures Except Inguinal and Femoral with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$10,936
National average
Avg Total Costs
$18,617
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.1 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$16,403 — $27,339
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
1,229
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
1,229
Total Discharges
$18,617
Avg Total Costs
$13,530
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for hernia procedures except inguinal and femoral with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 354 is $10,936. Average hospital costs are $18,617. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($16,403 — $27,339).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 354?
The average length of stay is 3.1 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.