CPT 61531 Surgery - Nervous
Implant brain electrodes Cost
Body System: Nervous
Medicare Facility Rate
$1,237
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$1,237
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
16.00
Work RVU
14.29
Facility PE RVU
6.74
Malpractice RVU
37.03
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Implant brain electrodes cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $1,237. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Implant brain electrodes 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 $1,237.