DRG 786 Surgical
Cesarean Section without Sterilization with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$10,722
National average
Avg Length of Stay
4.4 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$16,083 — $26,804
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for cesarean section without sterilization with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 786 is $10,722. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($16,083 — $26,804).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 786?
The average length of stay is 4.4 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.