CPT 36511 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Apheresis wbc Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$91
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$91
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.95
Work RVU
0.65
Facility PE RVU
0.13
Malpractice RVU
2.73
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Apheresis wbc cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $91. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Apheresis wbc 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 $91.