DRG 596 Medical
Major Skin Disorders without MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$7,036
National average
Avg Total Costs
$15,519
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.4 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$10,554 — $17,591
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
41
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
41
Total Discharges
$15,519
Avg Total Costs
$10,884
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for major skin disorders without mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 596 is $7,036. Average hospital costs are $15,519. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($10,554 — $17,591).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 596?
The average length of stay is 3.4 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.