DRG 059 Medical
Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebellar Ataxia with CC
Hospital inpatient stay cost data from CMS
Avg Medicare Payment
$8,066
National average
Avg Total Costs
$11,124
CMS Inpatient data
Avg Length of Stay
3.6 days
CMS MS-DRG
Est. Commercial Insurance
$12,099 — $20,165
1.5x — 2.5x Medicare
Annual Discharges
33
Medicare beneficiaries
CMS Inpatient National Data
From CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data (FY 2023)
33
Total Discharges
$11,124
Avg Total Costs
$8,767
Avg Medicare Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a hospital stay for multiple sclerosis and cerebellar ataxia with cc cost?
The average Medicare payment for DRG 059 is $8,066. Average hospital costs are $11,124. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates ($12,099 — $20,165).
How long is the hospital stay for DRG 059?
The average length of stay is 3.6 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.