MS-DRG 279MDC 05
ULTRASOUND ACCELERATED AND OTHER THROMBOLYSIS OF PERIPHERAL VASCULAR STRUCTURES WITHOUT MCC
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Frequently asked questions
What is MS-DRG 279?
ULTRASOUND ACCELERATED AND OTHER THROMBOLYSIS OF PERIPHERAL VASCULAR STRUCTURES WITHOUT MCC
What is the relative weight of MS-DRG 279?
MS-DRG 279 has a relative weight of 3.6064 for FY2026, which reflects the relative resource intensity of cases grouped into it.
What is the average length of stay for MS-DRG 279?
The geometric mean length of stay for MS-DRG 279 is 3.5 days.
What Major Diagnostic Category (MDC) does MS-DRG 279 belong to?
MS-DRG 279 falls under MDC 05: Diseases and Disorders of the Circulatory System.
MS-DRG data (FY2026) from the CMS Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.