CPT 29827 Surgery - Musculoskeletal

How Much Does Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr Cost?

Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr (CPT 29827) costs $976 at Medicare rates. Hospital outpatient rate: $7.

Cost Comparison by Payer

How much Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr costs across different settings and payers

Medicare
Facility rate
$976
Hospital Outpatient
OPPS rate
$7
Surgery Center
ASC rate
$3
Medicare (Facility)
$976
CMS PFS 2026 national rate
Hospital Outpatient
$7
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$3
Ambulatory surgery center

Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr Cost by Location

Medicare-adjusted rates across CMS localities

Location Medicare Rate Est. Commercial
AK — ALASKA $1,214 $1,579 — $2,429
AL — ALABAMA $891 $1,158 — $1,781
AR — ARKANSAS $880 $1,143 — $1,759
AZ — ARIZONA $955 $1,242 — $1,910
CA — BAKERSFIELD $986 $1,282 — $1,972
CA — CHICO $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — EL CENTRO $978 $1,272 — $1,956
CA — FRESNO $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — HANFORD-CORCORAN $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — LOS ANGELES-LONG BEACH-ANAHEIM (LOS ANGELES/ORANGE CNTY) $1,035 $1,346 — $2,070
CA — MADERA $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — MERCED $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — MODESTO $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — NAPA $1,080 $1,404 — $2,160
CA — OXNARD-THOUSAND OAKS-VENTURA $1,024 $1,331 — $2,048
CA — REDDING $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — REST OF CALIFORNIA $978 $1,271 — $1,955
CA — RIVERSIDE-SAN BERNARDINO-ONTARIO $1,011 $1,314 — $2,021
CA — SACRAMENTO-ROSEVILLE-FOLSOM $1,012 $1,316 — $2,024
CA — SALINAS $1,008 $1,311 — $2,016
CA — SAN DIEGO-CHULA VISTA-CARLSBAD $1,022 $1,328 — $2,044
CA — SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND-BERKELEY (MARIN CNTY) $1,125 $1,463 — $2,251
CA — SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND-BERKELEY (SAN FRANCISCO/SAN MATEO/ALAMEDA/CONTRA COSTA CNTY) $1,122 $1,458 — $2,244
CA — SAN JOSE-SUNNYVALE-SANTA CLARA (SAN BENITO CNTY) $1,153 $1,499 — $2,305
CA — SAN JOSE-SUNNYVALE-SANTA CLARA (SANTA CLARA CNTY) $1,138 $1,480 — $2,277

How to Reduce Your Cost for Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr

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

    Some procedures cost significantly less in an office setting than a hospital. Ask your provider about options.

  • 3
    Shop around — costs vary significantly

    Medicare rates for this procedure range from $880 to $1,214 depending on location. Commercial rates vary even more.

  • 4
    Check ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs)

    This procedure is available at ASCs for $3, compared to $7 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.

15.20
Work RVU
10.98
Practice Expense RVU
3.05
Malpractice RVU
29.23
Total RVU

Payment = Total RVU (29.23) x CF ($33.40) = $976

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr cost?

The Medicare facility rate for Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr is $976. In a hospital outpatient setting, the rate is $7. At an ambulatory surgery center, the rate is $3. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).

How much does Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr cost without insurance?

Without insurance, the cost of Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr 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 Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr?

Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Sho arthrs srg rt8tr cuf rpr 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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