What Drives Longer Encounters? | Generated March 11, 2026
| Department | Average LOS (days) | Encounters | Total LOS Days | Cost per LOS Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Surgery | 5.80 | 10 | 58 | $41,587 |
| Nephrology | 4.00 | 17 | 68 | $18,595 |
| ICU | 3.40 | 15 | 51 | $22,353 |
| Oncology | 3.12 | 17 | 53 | $20,277 |
| Pulmonology | 2.29 | 14 | 32 | $15,594 |
| Gastroenterology | 1.07 | 83 | 89 | $9,449 |
| Orthopedics | 0.83 | 80 | 66 | $7,333 |
| Cardiology | 0.80 | 83 | 66 | $7,182 |
| Internal Medicine | 0.76 | 99 | 75 | $7,279 |
| Neurology | 0.41 | 85 | 35 | $4,609 |