CPT 49000 Surgery - Digestive
Exploration of abdomen Cost
Body System: Digestive
Medicare Facility Rate
$729
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$729
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
12.23
Work RVU
6.58
Facility PE RVU
3.01
Malpractice RVU
21.82
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Exploration of abdomen cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $729. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Exploration of abdomen 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 $729.