CPT 15275 Surgery - Integumentary

How Much Does Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g Cost?

Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g (CPT 15275) costs $84 at Medicare rates. Hospital outpatient rate: $755.

Cost Comparison by Payer

How much Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g costs across different settings and payers

Medicare
Facility rate
$84
Hospital Outpatient
OPPS rate
$755
Surgery Center
ASC rate
$95
Medicare (Facility)
$84
CMS PFS 2026 national rate
Medicare (Office/Clinic)
$160
Non-facility setting
Hospital Outpatient
$755
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$95
Ambulatory surgery center

How to Reduce Your Cost for Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g

Practical tips that can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars

  • 1
    Ask about cash-pay discounts

    Many hospitals and clinics offer 20-40% discounts for self-pay patients. Always ask before scheduling.

  • 2
    Compare facility vs. office setting costs

    For this procedure, the office rate ($160) differs from the facility rate ($84). Ask if it can be done in an office setting.

  • 3
    Shop around — costs vary significantly

    Costs can vary 2-3x between providers in the same city. Get quotes from multiple facilities.

  • 4
    Check ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs)

    This procedure is available at ASCs for $95, compared to $755 at hospital outpatient departments. ASCs often offer lower costs with comparable quality.

How is the Price Calculated?

Medicare calculates procedure payments using Relative Value Units (RVUs). Each procedure has three components multiplied by a conversion factor ($33.40 in 2026) and adjusted by geographic cost indices.

1.78
Work RVU
0.54
Practice Expense RVU
0.20
Malpractice RVU
4.80
Total RVU

Payment = Total RVU (4.80) x CF ($33.40) = $160

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g cost?

The Medicare facility rate for Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g is $84. In a hospital outpatient setting, the rate is $755. At an ambulatory surgery center, the rate is $95. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).

How much does Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g cost without insurance?

Without insurance, the cost of Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g can range from 150% of Medicare to 500% of Medicare depending on the facility. Many hospitals and clinics offer self-pay discounts of 20-40% off their chargemaster price. Always ask about cash pricing before your visit.

Does insurance cover Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g?

Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Skin sub graft face/nk/hf/g when ordered by a physician for a medically necessary reason. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your plan's deductible, copay/coinsurance structure, and whether you use an in-network provider. Check with your insurance company before scheduling to confirm coverage and get a cost estimate.

Why does the cost vary so much by location?

Medicare adjusts payments using Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs) that reflect local differences in physician work costs, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance. Manhattan, San Francisco, and other high-cost areas pay significantly more than rural regions. Commercial insurers follow similar geographic patterns.

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