DRG 579 Surgical
Other Skin, Subcutaneous Tissue and Breast Procedures with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$21,050
National average
Avg Total Costs
$34,656
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
7.5 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$31,575 — $52,626
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
129
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
129
Total Discharges
$34,656
Avg Total Costs
$29,004
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for other skin, subcutaneous tissue and breast procedures with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 579 is $21,050. Average hospital costs are $34,656. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($31,575 — $52,626).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 579?
The average length of stay is 7.5 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.