DRG 474 Surgical
Amputation for Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Disorders with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$27,904
National average
Avg Total Costs
$37,828
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
9.8 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$41,856 — $69,760
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
113
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
113
Total Discharges
$37,828
Avg Total Costs
$31,636
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for amputation for musculoskeletal system and connective tissue disorders with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 474 is $27,904. Average hospital costs are $37,828. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($41,856 — $69,760).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 474?
The average length of stay is 9.8 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.