ENT
How Much Does Sinus Surgery (Chronic Sinusitis) Treatment Cost?
Chronic sinusitis involves prolonged inflammation and swelling of the sinuses lasting 12 weeks or more despite treatment. When medications fail, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) can open blocked sinuses and improve drainage. It is one of the most common ENT procedures.
Mild
$2.0K — $5.0K
Moderate
$8.0K — $20K
Severe
$20K — $40K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$3,026 — $5,044
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
10 procedures$3,026 — $5,044
Resect inferior turbinate
CPT 30140
$230 — $383
Medicare: $153
Repair of nasal septum
CPT 30520
$920 — $1,533
Medicare: $613
Nasal endoscopy dx
CPT 31231
$82 — $137
Medicare: $55
Nsl/sins ndsc w/prtl ethmdct
CPT 31254
$309 — $514
Medicare: $206
Exploration maxillary sinus
CPT 31256
$229 — $382
Medicare: $153
Endoscopy maxillary sinus
CPT 31267
$336 — $560
Medicare: $224
Nsl/sins ndsc frnt tiss rmvl
CPT 31276
$477 — $795
Medicare: $318
Nasal/sinus endoscopy surg
CPT 31288
$297 — $495
Medicare: $198
CT maxillofacial without contrast
CPT 70486
$0 — $0
Medicare: N/A
$147 — $244
Medicare: $98
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sinus Surgery (Chronic Sinusitis) treatment cost?
Treatment for Sinus Surgery (Chronic Sinusitis) typically costs $8.0K — $20K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Sinus Surgery (Chronic Sinusitis) treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Sinus Surgery (Chronic Sinusitis). Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.