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Mechanical Fixation Of The Tongue

Kansas rates for HCPCS 41500

A procedure that holds the tongue forward in a set position using a device such as a fine wire, rather than stitches alone. It is used when the tongue falls backwards and obstructs breathing, most often in a baby born with a small or set-back lower jaw.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $12,023 · 10th to 90th $5,370 to $12,023Professionalmedian $2,042 · 10th to 90th $2,042 to $2,042
$2K$5K$10Kfacility $12,023professional $2,042

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Each curve is scaled to its own total: facility and professional rates are different services, shown together to compare where they cluster. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$1,819.70
Median
$1,819.70
Typical High
$2,187.76
Medica
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$5,370.32
Median
$12,022.64
Typical High
$12,022.64
Medica
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$2,041.74
Median
$2,041.74
Typical High
$2,041.74