DRG 659 Surgical
Kidney and Ureter Procedures for Non-neoplasm with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$16,516
National average
Avg Total Costs
$25,334
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
5.7 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$24,774 — $41,290
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
3,921
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
3,921
Total Discharges
$25,334
Avg Total Costs
$20,937
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for kidney and ureter procedures for non-neoplasm with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 659 is $16,516. Average hospital costs are $25,334. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($24,774 — $41,290).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 659?
The average length of stay is 5.7 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.