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What Medicare pays for skin abscess drainage in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.
Cutting open and draining a boil or abscess: simple (10060) or complicated (10061).
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How much does skin abscess drainage cost in California?
Medicare's 2026 price for skin abscess drainage in California is $135–$168 at office or clinic; $208–$244 at surgery center; $363–$423 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.
Where is skin abscess drainage cheapest in California?
At office or clinic, from $135. Hospital outpatient runs up to $423 for the same service.
How do I find the price near me?
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