CPT 29851 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Knee arthroscopy/surgery Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$862
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$862
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
12.93
Work RVU
10.12
Facility PE RVU
2.75
Malpractice RVU
25.80
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Knee arthroscopy/surgery cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $862. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Knee arthroscopy/surgery 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 $862.