CPT 65710 Surgery - Eye
Corneal transplant Cost
Body System: Eye
Medicare Facility Rate
$983
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$983
Office/clinic setting
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
14.09
Work RVU
14.21
Facility PE RVU
1.13
Malpractice RVU
29.43
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Corneal transplant cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $983. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies).
How much does Corneal transplant 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 $983.