CPT 23532 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Optx strclv dslc aq/chrn grf Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$597
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$597
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
8.00
Work RVU
8.18
Facility PE RVU
1.70
Malpractice RVU
17.88
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Optx strclv dslc aq/chrn grf cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $597. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Optx strclv dslc aq/chrn grf 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 $597.