CPT 36223 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Place cath carotid/inom art Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$297
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$1,916
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
5.61
Work RVU
1.58
Facility PE RVU
1.71
Malpractice RVU
57.35
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Place cath carotid/inom art cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $297. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Place cath carotid/inom art 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 $297.