CPT 44155 Surgery - Digestive
Removal of colon/ileostomy Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$1,920
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$1,920
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
33.56
Work RVU
16.46
Facility PE RVU
7.47
Malpractice RVU
57.49
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Removal of colon/ileostomy cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $1,920. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Removal of colon/ileostomy 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 $1,920.