DRG 428 Surgical
Multiple Level Combined Anterior and Posterior Spinal Fusion Except Cervical without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$36,543
National average
Avg Length of Stay
2.6 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$54,815 — $91,358
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 428 is $36,543. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($54,815 — $91,358).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 428?
The average length of stay is 2.6 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.