CPT 37785 Surgery - Cardiovascular
Ligate/divide/excise vein Cost
Body System: Cardiovascular
Medicare Facility Rate
$234
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$338
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
3.83
Work RVU
2.22
Facility PE RVU
0.96
Malpractice RVU
10.12
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ligate/divide/excise vein cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $234. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Ligate/divide/excise vein 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 $234.