DRG 418 Surgical
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy without C.d.e. with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$10,995
National average
Avg Total Costs
$14,563
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.2 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$16,493 — $27,489
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
10,685
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
10,685
Total Discharges
$14,563
Avg Total Costs
$11,610
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for laparoscopic cholecystectomy without c.d.e. with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 418 is $10,995. Average hospital costs are $14,563. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($16,493 — $27,489).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 418?
The average length of stay is 3.2 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.