DRG 638 Medical
Diabetes with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$5,825
National average
Avg Total Costs
$8,706
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
2.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$8,738 — $14,563
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
25,195
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
25,195
Total Discharges
$8,706
Avg Total Costs
$6,556
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for diabetes with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 638 is $5,825. Average hospital costs are $8,706. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($8,738 — $14,563).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 638?
The average length of stay is 2.9 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.