CPT 66180 Surgery - Eye
Aqueous shunt eye w/graft Cost
Body System: Eye
Medicare Facility Rate
$971
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$971
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$5
OPPS rate
Surgery Center (ASC)
$3
ASC rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
14.63
Work RVU
13.26
Facility PE RVU
1.17
Malpractice RVU
29.06
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aqueous shunt eye w/graft cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $971. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $5. Ambulatory surgery center rate: $3.
How much does Aqueous shunt eye w/graft 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 $971.