MS-DRG 497MDC 08
LOCAL EXCISION AND REMOVAL OF INTERNAL FIXATION DEVICES EXCEPT HIP AND FEMUR WITHOUT CC/MCC
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Frequently asked questions
What is MS-DRG 497?
LOCAL EXCISION AND REMOVAL OF INTERNAL FIXATION DEVICES EXCEPT HIP AND FEMUR WITHOUT CC/MCC
What is the relative weight of MS-DRG 497?
MS-DRG 497 has a relative weight of 1.1517 for FY2026, which reflects the relative resource intensity of cases grouped into it.
What is the average length of stay for MS-DRG 497?
The geometric mean length of stay for MS-DRG 497 is 1.4 days.
What Major Diagnostic Category (MDC) does MS-DRG 497 belong to?
MS-DRG 497 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.