CPT 43260 Surgery - Digestive
Ercp w/specimen collection Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$281
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$281
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$3
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$1
ASC rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
5.70
Work RVU
2.09
Facility PE RVU
0.62
Malpractice RVU
8.41
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ercp w/specimen collection cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $281. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $3. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $1.
How much does Ercp w/specimen collection 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 $281.