Orthopedic/Musculoskeletal
How Much Does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment Cost?
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand due to pressure on the median nerve in the wrist. It is common in people who perform repetitive hand motions. Treatment ranges from wrist splinting to surgical release.
Mild
$500 — $2.0K
Moderate
$3.0K — $8.0K
Severe
$8.0K — $18K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$1,137 — $1,895
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
9 procedures$1,137 — $1,895
Ther injection carp tunnel
CPT 20526
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
Wrist endoscopy/surgery
CPT 29848
$728 — $1,214
Medicare: $486
Carpal tunnel surgery
CPT 64721
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
X-ray exam of wrist
CPT 73110
$64 — $107
Medicare: $43
Musc test done w/n test comp
CPT 95886
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
Nerve conduction study, 1-2 nerves
CPT 95907
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
Nrv cndj tst 5-6 studies
CPT 95909
$213 — $355
Medicare: $142
Therapeutic exercises, each 15 minutes
CPT 97110
$31 — $52
Medicare: $21
$100 — $167
Medicare: $67
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Carpal Tunnel Syndrome treatment cost?
Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome typically costs $3.0K — $8.0K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Carpal Tunnel Syndrome treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.