CPT 31601 Surgery - Respiratory
Planned tracheostomy<2 yrs Cost
Body System: Respiratory
Medicare Facility Rate
$379
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$379
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$6
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$3
ASC rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
7.80
Work RVU
2.42
Facility PE RVU
1.14
Malpractice RVU
11.36
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Planned tracheostomy<2 yrs cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $379. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $6. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $3.
How much does Planned tracheostomy<2 yrs 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 $379.