CPT 29085 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Appl cast hand&lwr forearm Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$63
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$107
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
0.85
Work RVU
0.89
Facility PE RVU
0.16
Malpractice RVU
3.20
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Appl cast hand&lwr forearm cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $63. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Appl cast hand&lwr forearm 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 $63.