Medicare Inguinal Hernia Repair Cost 2026 | Out-of-Pocket Estimator
Open inguinal hernia repair (CPT 49505) is a common Medicare outpatient surgery. It is covered under Part B. Choosing an ASC over HOPD typically saves about $300–$400.
2026 Medicare Cost Summary — Inguinal Hernia Repair (CPT 49505)
Source: CMS 2026 MPFS, OPPS Final Rule, ASC Final Rule, IPPS. All amounts are national averages.
| Cost Component | Medicare-Approved Amount | Your Share (20%) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgeon Fee — Inguinal Hernia Repair (CPT 49505) | $508 | $102 |
| Hospital Outpatient (HOPD) Facility Fee | $3,657 | $731 |
| Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Facility Fee | $1,744 | $349 |
| Inpatient Hospital (DRG 352) — Medicare Pays | $8,498 | $1,736 Part A deductible |
| Anesthesia (estimated) | $400–$700 | 20% of approved |
What Medicare Pays
Medicare pays 80% of the approved amount for Part B services after your $283 annual deductible. With no supplemental insurance, you owe the remaining 20% with no annual out-of-pocket cap. With Medigap Plan G, you pay only the $283 Part B deductible — everything else is covered. With Medigap Plan N, you pay the $283 deductible plus a $20 copay per visit.
About This Calculator
MediCostCalc uses 2026 CMS official fee schedules — the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS), Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Final Rule, and Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) — to give you a personalized, line-item cost estimate. No sign-up required. All data is from official CMS sources.