CPT 61253 Surgery - Nervous
Burr hole treph ittl uni/bi Cost
Body System: Nervous
Medicare Facility Rate
$998
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$998
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
13.15
Work RVU
11.20
Facility PE RVU
5.54
Malpractice RVU
29.89
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Burr hole treph ittl uni/bi cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $998. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Burr hole treph ittl uni/bi 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 $998.