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MS-DRG 116 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

INTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES WITH CC/MCC
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Diseases & Disorders of the Eye

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Complexity LevelHigh

National average reimbursement for MS-DRG 116 by major payers:

bcbs

$21,315.06

uhc

$22,560.11

aetna

$26,333.60

cigna

$27,206.42

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MS-DRG 116
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  1. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth

    Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1407866064Tax ID 75-2678857

    $54,401.00Published rate
  2. St. Barnabas, Physicians Of St. Barnabas Hospital/Internal Medicine

    St Barnabas Hospital

    NYGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1215251996Tax ID 13-1740122

    $35,889.92Published rate
  3. Thedacare Medical Center, Shawano Medical Center, Inc.

    Thedacare Medical Center-Shawano Inc

    WICritical Access HospitalNPI 1548260839Tax ID 39-0807068

    $24,423.30Published rate
  4. Riverside Medical Center

    ILPsychiatric Hospital UnitNPI 1982093837Tax ID 36-2414944

    $15,943.46Published rate
  5. Clhg-Winn, LLC, Winn Parish Medical Center

    LAMedicare Defined Swing Bed Hospital UnitNPI 1134166036Tax ID 81-3465517

    $2,500.00Published rate

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MS-DRG 116 vs. Other Diseases & Disorders of the Eye Codes

The MS-DRG 116 code is part of the Diseases & Disorders of the Eye services . It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The MS-DRG 116 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
115-APR-DRGHighOTHER EAR, NOSE, MOUTH,THROAT & CRANIAL/FACIAL DIAGNOSES
115-MS-DRGHighEXTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES EXCEPT ORBIT
116-MS-DRGHighINTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES WITH CC/MCC
117-MS-DRGHighINTRAOCULAR PROCEDURES WITHOUT CC/MCC

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including MS-DRG 116. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 116 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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