DRG 987 Surgical
Non-extensive O.R. Procedures Unrelated to Principal Diagnosis with MCC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$22,285
National average
Avg Total Costs
$39,820
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
7.8 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$33,427 — $55,712
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
1,974
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
1,974
Total Discharges
$39,820
Avg Total Costs
$32,658
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for non-extensive o.r. procedures unrelated to principal diagnosis with mcc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 987 is $22,285. Average hospital costs are $39,820. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($33,427 — $55,712).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 987?
The average length of stay is 7.8 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.