CPT 29046 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Appl bdy cst sho to hip b th Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$179
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$364
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
2.35
Work RVU
2.52
Facility PE RVU
0.48
Malpractice RVU
10.90
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Appl bdy cst sho to hip b th cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $179. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Appl bdy cst sho to hip b th 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 $179.