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FY2026 (V43.0) Now Available

V43.0 grouper is now available with updated logic and code descriptions for FY2026. Learn more about the changes. If you encounter any issues or unexpected results, please use the Feedback button to let us know.

CMS-SPEC COMPLIANT

Built on Official CMS Grouping Logic

This grouper implements the official CMS MS-DRG specifications using certified grouping algorithms. Results match CMS methodology for educational and validation purposes. For billing and compliance, verify results against your organization's certified grouper software. Independent implementation not affiliated with CMS.

MS-DRG Grouper

Calculate Medicare DRG assignments from ICD-10 codes with MCE edits and HAC logic

Current version: v43.0 FY2026

Patient Demographics

* Required field

Clinical Information

Search by code or description (e.g., "A001" or "cholera")

Primary Diagnoses

Secondary Diagnoses

Procedures

Results

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No DRG Assigned

Base DRG
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Weight
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Type
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Major Diagnostic Category
- No MDC Assigned

HAC Impact

No HAC impact

Diagnosis Details

Procedure Details

MCE Edits

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How to Calculate a DRG in 3 Easy Steps

1. Enter demographics — Age, sex, discharge status, and grouper version

2. Add ICD-10 codes — Principal diagnosis (required), plus any secondary diagnoses and procedures

3. Click Calculate — Get instant DRG assignment with weight, MDC, and validation edits

Need help? Click 📖 Instructions on the left for detailed guidance.

First time? Click Try Demo to see a sample STEMI case.

Who Uses This Tool?

Medical Coders

Verify DRG assignments, validate coding accuracy, and quickly check how different code combinations affect reimbursement.

Revenue Cycle Analysts

Perform audits, identify coding opportunities, analyze DRG optimization strategies, and validate EMR grouper outputs.

Students & Educators

Learn DRG grouping logic, practice medical coding scenarios, and understand how diagnoses and procedures interact in reimbursement.

CDI Specialists

Evaluate clinical documentation impact, test query scenarios, and demonstrate to physicians how documentation affects DRG assignment.

EMR Developers

Validate EMR grouper implementations, test edge cases, compare results against CMS specifications, and debug grouping logic.

Healthcare Consultants

Demonstrate reimbursement impact to clients, perform quick what-if analyses, and support revenue optimization recommendations.

About This Tool

Hey there! 👋 I built this tool to make DRG grouping easier for everyone. Whether you're coding a single chart or validating your EMR's grouper output, this tool has you covered. No more waiting for software updates or dealing with complicated installations!

Just enter your codes, and we'll handle all the complex Medicare rules, HAC logic, and MCE edits behind the scenes.

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Get DRG assignments in seconds with a clean, intuitive interface

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Only uses codes and minimal demographics - no PHI needed

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