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Facet nerve ablation in California: what it costs

What Medicare pays for facet nerve ablation in California in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Office or clinic
$561
$496–$626 across California
Surgery center
$1,415
$1,329–$1,501 across California
Hospital outpatient
$2,882
$2,687–$3,077 across California

Heat ablation of the nerves to a low-back facet joint, one level.

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Questions

How much does facet nerve ablation cost in California?

Medicare's 2026 price for facet nerve ablation in California is $496–$626 at office or clinic; $1,329–$1,501 at surgery center; $2,687–$3,077 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is facet nerve ablation cheapest in California?

At office or clinic, from $496. Hospital outpatient runs up to $3,077 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

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