DRG 426 Surgical
Multiple Level Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Except Cervical with MCC or Custom-made Anatomically Designed Interbody Fusion Device
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$71,638
National average
Avg Length of Stay
7.3 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$107,457 — $179,095
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for multiple level combined anterior and posterior spinal fusion except cervical wit... cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 426 is $71,638. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($107,457 — $179,095).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 426?
The average length of stay is 7.3 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.