CPT 37609 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Ligation/bx temporal artery Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$188
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$316
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
2.97
Work RVU
2.01
Facility PE RVU
0.65
Malpractice RVU
9.45
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ligation/bx temporal artery cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $188. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Ligation/bx temporal artery 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 $188.