CPT 47135 Surgery - Digestive
Transplantation of liver Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$5,039
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$5,039
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
87.75
Work RVU
39.91
Facility PE RVU
23.20
Malpractice RVU
150.86
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Transplantation of liver cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $5,039. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Transplantation of liver 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 $5,039.