CPT 61020 Surgery - Nervous
Remove brain cavity fluid Cost
Body System: Nervous
Medicare Facility Rate
$99
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$99
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$904
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$486
ASC rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.47
Work RVU
0.97
Facility PE RVU
0.51
Malpractice RVU
2.95
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Remove brain cavity fluid cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $99. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $904. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $486.
How much does Remove brain cavity fluid 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 $99.