DRG 406 Surgical
Pancreas, Liver and Shunt Procedures with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$18,851
National average
Avg Total Costs
$31,840
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
4.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$28,277 — $47,128
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
2,933
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
2,933
Total Discharges
$31,840
Avg Total Costs
$25,528
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for pancreas, liver and shunt procedures with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 406 is $18,851. Average hospital costs are $31,840. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($28,277 — $47,128).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 406?
The average length of stay is 4.7 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.