DRG 555 Medical
Signs and Symptoms of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$8,592
National average
Avg Total Costs
$22,582
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.8 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$12,888 — $21,479
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
78
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
78
Total Discharges
$22,582
Avg Total Costs
$19,203
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 555 is $8,592. Average hospital costs are $22,582. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($12,888 — $21,479).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 555?
The average length of stay is 3.8 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.