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How much does Insert implantable glucose sensor cost?

Medicare pays $49.

By Kevin Nyk , Medical Billing Analyst · ·
Data from CMS files published FY 2024 CMS IPPS. Refreshed weekly.
About the analyst

Kevin Nyk analyzes hospital pricing data at BillRazor Research. He specializes in Medicare reimbursement patterns and chargemaster pricing across U.S. hospitals. Expertise: hospital pricing, Medicare rates, chargemaster analysis.

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CMS Medicare benchmark data
Updated 2026-04-03
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Medicare rateAverage chargeHigh end$0$2.0K
$1.8K
Above average
Average hospital charge vs. benchmarks: $49 (Medicare rate) · $1.8K (Average charge)
$49
Medicare rate
$981
ASC rate
$1,829
Avg hospital charge
$1,780
Price spread
Rate comparison — Insert implantable glucose sensor
Medicare facility$49Non-facility$99ASC rate$981Hospital outpatient$1.8KAvg chargemaster$1.8K$1.8K difference between lowest and highest rate
Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors. Our system checks every line item against Medicare benchmarks.

Cost by care setting

Setting Medicare rate
Hospital outpatient (facility) $49
Physician office (non-facility) $99
Ambulatory surgery center $981
Hospital outpatient (APC) $1,829

What affects the cost?

How to save on Insert implantable glucose sensor

  • 1 Request a detailed cost estimate in writing before any procedure
  • 2 Compare prices at multiple facilities — costs can vary 5–10x for the same procedure
  • 3 Ask about cash-pay discounts (often 30–60% off chargemaster rates)
  • 4 After receiving a bill, compare each line item against Medicare benchmark rates
Rates shown are from the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and CMS IPPS. BillRazor compares your bill against these data sources. See how it works →

FAQ — Insert implantable glucose sensor cost

What is a fair price for Insj impltbl glucose sensor?
Medicare pays $49 for Insj impltbl glucose sensor (0446T). This is the government benchmark rate. A fair price for commercially insured or cash-pay patients is typically 1.2–2.5x the Medicare rate, or roughly $58–$122.
How can I lower my cost for Insj impltbl glucose sensor?
To lower your cost: (1) Compare prices at multiple facilities — use the comparison data on this page. (2) Ask about ASC (surgery center) options, which are often 40–60% cheaper. (3) Request cash-pay pricing upfront. (4) After receiving a bill, review each line item against Medicare benchmarks. Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors.

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Data: Federal physician fee schedules, hospital payment data, surgery center rates, lab fee schedules, and drug pricing data. FY 2024. All publicly available from federal sources.

Methodology: Rates shown are national Medicare reimbursement rates by care setting. Price ranges reflect variation across hospitals reporting the same procedure code. Metro prices are averaged from hospital-level chargemaster data reported to CMS.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical, financial, or legal advice. Actual costs depend on your insurance and provider. We recommend verifying costs directly with your provider. Full methodology · Terms of use

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