CPT 45333 Surgery - Digestive
Sigmoidoscopy & polypectomy Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$87
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$368
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.51
Work RVU
0.86
Facility PE RVU
0.22
Malpractice RVU
11.02
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sigmoidoscopy & polypectomy cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $87. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Sigmoidoscopy & polypectomy 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 $87.