What Does DRG Mean in Medical Terms?

DRG stands for diagnosis-related group. Payment grouping based on diagnosis and care.

diagnosis-related group

Payment grouping based on diagnosis and care.

Where you will see DRG

You will most often see DRG in medical charts and clinical notes.

Example

A chart note might use “DRG” as shorthand for diagnosis-related group when documenting a patient's care.

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Educational reference only. This guide is for learning and quick reference. Abbreviations vary between hospitals, countries and specialties, and some are discouraged because they can be misread. Always write and interpret orders using your own institution’s approved abbreviation list, and check anything unclear with the prescriber or your local policy.