2027 DRG Desk Reference
The ultimate resource for improving MS-DRG assignment practices!
The 2027 DRG Desk Reference gives access to crucial information to improve MS-DRG assignment practices, guidance on how to accurately assign DRGs under the MS-DRG system and focuses on the Optimizing section of the DRG Desk Reference based on ICD-10 codes.
The DRG Desk Reference is designed to work hand-in-hand with Optum’s DRG Expert. These products will answer all your DRG questions for all inpatient stays starting after October 1, 2026, as those claims will use the MS-DRG methodology based on the ICD-10 coding systems.
Key Features and Benefits
| Optum Edge — Optimizing tips. Quickly identify the key diagnoses, procedures, or CC/MCC requirements involved in moving a patient from a lower-paying MS-DRG to a higher one to receive optimal payment while staying in compliance. |
| Optum Edge — DRG decision trees. Optum created DRG decision treesillustrate the DRG structure for each MDC. |
| Commonly missedCC and MCC references. Perform accurate auditsby knowing the most commonly missed CC/MCCs in the medical record. |
| ICD-10-CM/PCS Codesby MS-DRG. Includes every MS-DRGalong with all associated ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes. |
| Complete CC and MCC list. Know how codesconsidered MCCs and CCs will affectDRG assignment—helping to legitimately improve reimbursement. |
| Relative weightsfor every validMS-DRG. A quick reference of the relative weights of all DRGs presented as options for optimizing. |
| Related ICD-10-PCS appendixes. ICD-10-PCSroot operation Definitions, Body Part Key, and Devise Key and Aggregation Table providing further clarity of the coding process. |
| Availability: | November 2026 |
| Size and binding: | 8.5” x 11” Softbound |
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| Market: | Hospital, Payer, Consultant |