Placing A Diaphragm Stimulator's Battery Unit

Vermont rates for HCPCS 0680T

Setting the battery-and-electronics unit of a diaphragm stimulation system into a pocket under the skin and connecting it to leads already attached to the muscle; the system stimulates the diaphragm to improve the pumping of a failing heart. The same service covers exchanging a unit that is already in place for a new one. The leads themselves are not disturbed.

Rates data updated October 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $2,884 · 10th to 90th $468 to $2,884

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier	Facility/Professional	Modifier	Typical Low	Median	Typical High
Cigna Setting Facility Modifier None Typical Low $467.74 Median $467.74 Typical High $467.74	Facility	None	$467.74	$467.74	$467.74
United Setting Facility Modifier None Typical Low $2,884.03 Median $2,884.03 Typical High $2,884.03	Facility	None	$2,884.03	$2,884.03	$2,884.03