CPT 21557 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Resect neck thorax tumor<5cm Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$882
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$882
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
14.38
Work RVU
8.92
Facility PE RVU
3.12
Malpractice RVU
26.42
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Resect neck thorax tumor<5cm cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $882. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Resect neck thorax tumor<5cm cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $882.