CPT 51575 Surgery - Urinary
Removal of bladder & nodes Cost
Body System: Urinary
Medicare Facility Rate
$1,609
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$1,609
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
33.33
Work RVU
10.57
Facility PE RVU
4.28
Malpractice RVU
48.18
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Removal of bladder & nodes cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $1,609. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Removal of bladder & nodes 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 $1,609.