CPT 33945 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Transplantation of heart Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$4,517
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$4,517
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
87.26
Work RVU
26.39
Facility PE RVU
21.58
Malpractice RVU
135.23
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Transplantation of heart cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $4,517. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Transplantation of heart 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 $4,517.