CPT 33916 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Surgery of great vessel Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$3,853
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$3,853
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
76.05
Work RVU
20.45
Facility PE RVU
18.87
Malpractice RVU
115.37
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Surgery of great vessel cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $3,853. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Surgery of great vessel 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 $3,853.