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Removing a soft-tissue lump under the skin of the back (21931, under 3 cm) or neck (21552, 3 cm or more). What Medicare pays in each setting, in every state, and where it costs less.
Removing a soft-tissue lump under the skin of the back (21931, under 3 cm) or neck (21552, 3 cm or more).
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Questions
How much does lipoma cost?
Medicare's 2026 national price for lipoma is $1,196 at surgery center; $2,141 at hospital outpatient. Prices vary by area; private insurance usually pays more.
Where is lipoma cheapest?
Usually at surgery center ($1,196) rather than hospital outpatient ($2,141), about $945 less for the same service at Medicare's national rates.
Is this what I will pay?
These are Medicare's payment rates, a public benchmark for a fair price. What you pay depends on your insurance, deductible and the provider. Ask for a written estimate before you book; if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate.