CPT 27497 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Decompression of thigh/knee Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$552
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$552
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
7.60
Work RVU
7.30
Facility PE RVU
1.62
Malpractice RVU
16.52
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Decompression of thigh/knee cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $552. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Decompression of thigh/knee 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 $552.