CPT 45347 Surgery - Digestive
Sigmoidoscopy w/plcmt stent Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$137
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$137
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
2.65
Work RVU
1.14
Facility PE RVU
0.30
Malpractice RVU
4.09
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sigmoidoscopy w/plcmt stent cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $137. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Sigmoidoscopy w/plcmt stent 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 $137.