CPT 61566 Surgery - Nervous
Removal of brain tissue Cost
Body System: Nervous
Medicare Facility Rate
$2,173
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$2,173
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
31.64
Work RVU
20.04
Facility PE RVU
13.37
Malpractice RVU
65.05
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Removal of brain tissue cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $2,173. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Removal of brain tissue 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 $2,173.