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Removal of plates or screws in South Carolina: what it costs

What Medicare pays for removal of plates or screws in South Carolina in 2026, by setting, and where it costs less.

Surgery center
$1,555
$1,532–$1,577 across South Carolina
Hospital outpatient
$3,143
$3,078–$3,208 across South Carolina

Taking out deep (20680) or superficial (20670) implants after a fracture heals. Anesthesia code varies with the body part.

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Questions

How much does removal of plates or screws cost in South Carolina?

Medicare's 2026 price for removal of plates or screws in South Carolina is $1,532–$1,577 at surgery center; $3,078–$3,208 at hospital outpatient, depending on the area. Private insurance usually pays more.

Where is removal of plates or screws cheapest in South Carolina?

At surgery center, from $1,532. Hospital outpatient runs up to $3,208 for the same service.

How do I find the price near me?

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