CPT 22318 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Treat odontoid fx w/o graft Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$1,625
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$1,625
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
22.15
Work RVU
17.52
Facility PE RVU
8.97
Malpractice RVU
48.64
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Treat odontoid fx w/o graft cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $1,625. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Treat odontoid fx w/o graft 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 $1,625.