How Much Does Repair Elbow with Deb Open Cost?
Also known as: Repair elbow w/deb open (CPT 24358)
Tennis elbow surgery (lateral epicondyle release) to remove damaged tissue from the outer elbow.
The total estimated cost of Repair Elbow with Deb Open (CPT 24358) is $1,680 to $3,150, including hospital fees, anesthesia, and supplies. The surgeon's Medicare fee alone is $500.
Total Estimated Cost of Care
This estimate includes hospital facility fees, anesthesia, and supplies .
Patient Guide: Repair Elbow with Deb Open
What you need to know before your appointment
What to Expect
Under local or general anesthesia, the surgeon removes the damaged tendon tissue from the outside of the elbow and reattaches healthy tissue to the bone.
How Long Does It Take?
30-60 minutes
Common Reasons Doctors Order This
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) not responding to conservative treatment, chronic outer elbow pain, failed steroid injections and physical therapy
How to Prepare
Conservative treatment (bracing, therapy, injections) should be tried first. Fast before surgery. Recovery takes 3-6 months.
Procedures Commonly Done Together
These procedures are frequently performed alongside Repair elbow w/deb open
How to Reduce Your Cost for Repair elbow w/deb open
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 (14.97) x CF ($33.40) = $500
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Repair elbow w/deb open cost?
The Medicare facility rate for Repair elbow w/deb open is $500. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).
How much does Repair elbow w/deb open cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the cost of Repair elbow w/deb open 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 Repair elbow w/deb open?
Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Repair elbow w/deb open 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.