Signs and Symptoms of Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Without Mcc in Virginia
MS-DRG 556: Signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue without mcc
$39,879typical hospital bill
$6,519typical amount paid
$6,348–$6,690range paid across 2 hospitals
Virginia hospitals billed Medicare a typical $39,879 for this stay in 2024, about 6.1 times what was actually paid. Medicare's payment depends mostly on the hospital's location and teaching role; the bill depends on the hospital's own price list, so bills vary far more than payments.
Billed (list price)Actually paid (Medicare + patient)
| Hospital | City | Medicare stays | Billed | Paid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cjw Medical Center | Richmond | 27 | $59,875 | $6,348 | |
| Winchester Medical Center | Winchester | 15 | $19,884 | $6,690 |
Medicare: CMS, 2024 (hospitals with 11 or more Medicare stays). Cash and insurer prices: hospitals' own price files, where read; insurer figures are commercial plans only, median and 10th–90th percentile across plans.