CPT 65430 Surgery - Eye
Corneal smear Cost
Body System: Eye
Medicare Facility Rate
$86
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$116
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$456
OPPS rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
1.43
Work RVU
1.02
Facility PE RVU
0.11
Malpractice RVU
3.46
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Corneal smear cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $86. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $456.
How much does Corneal smear 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 $86.