MS-DRG 329 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Diseases & Disorders of the Digestive System |
| Common Place of Service | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Complexity Level | High |
National average reimbursement for MS-DRG 329 by major payers:
$52,465.55
$59,730.03
$70,879.73
$73,963.58
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 329 | $80110.28 | 1831868033 - VHS SAN ANTONIO PARTNERS, LLC, NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST HOSPITAL | 760714523 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $52511.44 | 1083931109 - MINERS COLFAX MEDICAL CENTER | 850323546 - (NM) MINERS COLFAX MEDICAL CENTER | NM | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | 329 | $3385.00 | 1891973939 - MOUNTAIN STATES HEALTH ALLIANCE, RUSSELL COUNTY HOSPITAL | 620476282 - MOUNTAIN STATES HEALTH ALLIANCE | VA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $92829.85 | 1053424648 - NORTH BREVARD COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT, PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER | 596020427 - (FL) NORTH BREVARD COUNTY HOSPITAL DIST PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER | FL | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $5392.00 | 1336404169 - MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | 812216981 | CT | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $39701.23 | 1841696754 - MUNSON HEALTHCARE CADILLAC | 471156297 - MUNSON HEALTHCARE CADILLAC | MI | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $54679.76 | 1306897335 - IOM HEALTH SYSTEM LP, LUTHERAN HOSPITAL OF INDIANA | 351963748 | IN | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $63129.44 | 1659523132 - THE METHODIST HOSPITAL, THE METHODIST HOSPITAL | 350868133 - METHODIST HOSPITALS INC | IN | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $67500.17 | 1477521300 - DAVIESS COUNTY HOSPITAL SWING BED, DAVIESS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL SWING BED | 356001322 - (IN) DAVIESS COUNTY HOSPITAL | IN | Medicare Defined Swing Bed Hospital Unit (275N00000X) |
United | 329 | $54965.03 | 1205923414 - MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE | 381358208 - MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | MI | Rehabilitation Hospital Unit (273Y00000X) |
United | 329 | $80110.28 | 1831868033 - VHS SAN ANTONIO PARTNERS, LLC, NORTH CENTRAL BAPTIST HOSPITAL | 760714523 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $46364.41 | 1326485749 - SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CORPORATION, LEONARD J. CHABERT MEDICAL CENTER | 462743282 | LA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $2954.00 | 1447285432 - WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM, LONESOME PINE SWING BED | 621636465 - WELLMONT HEALTH SYSTEM | VA | Medicare Defined Swing Bed Hospital Unit (275N00000X) |
United | 329 | $65112.00 | 1114063492 - BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL | 237309937 - BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL | MO | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 329 | $48849.78 | 1609957141 - CARONDELET HEALTH NETWORK, ST MARY'S HOSPITAL | 474131755 | AZ | Psychiatric Hospital Unit (273R00000X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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MS-DRG 329 vs. Other Diseases & Disorders of the Digestive System Codes
The MS-DRG 329 code is part of the Diseases & Disorders of the Digestive System 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 329 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 328-MS-DRG | High | Stomach, Esophageal and Duodenal Procedures without CC/MCC |
| 329-MS-DRG | High | Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures with MCC |
| 330-MS-DRG | High | Major Small and Large Bowel Procedures with CC |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including MS-DRG 329. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 329 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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