DRG 855 Surgical
Infectious and Parasitic Diseases with O.R. Procedures without CC/MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$9,732
National average
Avg Length of Stay
2.9 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$14,598 — $24,330
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for infectious and parasitic diseases with o.r. procedures without cc/mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 855 is $9,732. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($14,598 — $24,330).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 855?
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.