CPT 29873 Surgery - Musculoskeletal
Arthrs knee surg w/lat rls Cost
Body System: Musculoskeletal
Medicare Facility Rate
$521
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$521
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
6.08
Work RVU
8.26
Facility PE RVU
1.26
Malpractice RVU
15.60
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arthrs knee surg w/lat rls cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $521. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Arthrs knee surg w/lat rls 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 $521.