DRG 478 Surgical
Biopsies of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$15,985
National average
Avg Total Costs
$21,718
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
5.4 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$23,977 — $39,962
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
1,356
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
1,356
Total Discharges
$21,718
Avg Total Costs
$18,064
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for biopsies of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 478 is $15,985. Average hospital costs are $21,718. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($23,977 — $39,962).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 478?
The average length of stay is 5.4 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.