Alcohol, Drug Abuse or Dependence with Rehabilitation Therapy
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for alcohol, drug abuse or dependence with rehabilitation therapy cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 895 is $9,201. Average hospital costs are $13,346. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($13,802 — $23,004).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 895?
The average length of stay is 7.2 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.