CPT 42120 Surgery - Digestive
Remove palate/lesion Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$912
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$912
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$6
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$3
ASC rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
11.56
Work RVU
14.06
Facility PE RVU
1.69
Malpractice RVU
27.31
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Remove palate/lesion cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $912. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $6. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $3.
How much does Remove palate/lesion 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 $912.