MS-DRG 479MDC 08
BIOPSIES OF MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM AND CONNECTIVE TISSUE WITHOUT CC/MCC
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Frequently asked questions
What is MS-DRG 479?
BIOPSIES OF MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM AND CONNECTIVE TISSUE WITHOUT CC/MCC
What is the relative weight of MS-DRG 479?
MS-DRG 479 has a relative weight of 1.8589 for FY2026, which reflects the relative resource intensity of cases grouped into it.
What is the average length of stay for MS-DRG 479?
The geometric mean length of stay for MS-DRG 479 is 3.3 days.
What Major Diagnostic Category (MDC) does MS-DRG 479 belong to?
MS-DRG 479 falls under MDC 08: Diseases and Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue.
MS-DRG data (FY2026) from the CMS Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule. Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making billing decisions.