How Much Does Insert Electrode/pm Catheter Sngl Cost?
Also known as: Insert electrd/pm cath sngl (CPT 33210)
Insertion of a temporary pacing wire through a vein to the heart.
The total estimated cost of Insert Electrode/pm Catheter Sngl (CPT 33210) is $472 to $886, including hospital fees, anesthesia, and supplies. The surgeon's Medicare fee alone is $141.
Total Estimated Cost of Care
This estimate includes hospital facility fees, anesthesia, and supplies .
Patient Guide: Insert Electrode/pm Catheter Sngl
What you need to know before your appointment
What to Expect
A pacing wire is threaded through a vein to the heart to temporarily control heart rate.
How Long Does It Take?
30-60 minutes
Common Reasons Doctors Order This
Dangerously slow heart rate, heart block, temporary pacing during procedures
How to Prepare
This is often an emergency procedure.
Procedures Commonly Done Together
These procedures are frequently performed alongside Insert electrd/pm cath sngl
How to Reduce Your Cost for Insert electrd/pm cath sngl
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
Costs can vary 2-3x between providers in the same city. Get quotes from multiple facilities.
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.
Payment = Total RVU (4.21) x CF ($33.40) = $141
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Insert electrd/pm cath sngl cost?
The Medicare facility rate for Insert electrd/pm cath sngl is $141. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).
How much does Insert electrd/pm cath sngl cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the cost of Insert electrd/pm cath sngl 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 Insert electrd/pm cath sngl?
Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Insert electrd/pm cath sngl 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.