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Fluid Drainage From The Abdomen With Imaging Guidance

Vermont rates for HCPCS 49083

In this procedure, a physician inserts a needle or catheter into the abdominal cavity, guided by real-time imaging such as ultrasound, to drain excess fluid that has built up around the internal organs, a condition called ascites. The fluid can be removed to relieve pressure and discomfort, and a sample can be sent to a lab to help determine the underlying cause. Using imaging guidance helps the physician avoid nearby organs and place the needle safely and accurately.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $1,096 · 10th–90th $977$1,2300%20%40%10th90th$1,096Professionalmedian $295 · 10th–90th $107$4170%20%10th90th$295$100.0$200.0$500.0$1.0K$2.0K

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Facility and professional rates are different services and are charted separately. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices? Contact us.

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$107.15
Median
$151.36
Typical High
$346.74
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$977.24
Median
$1,096.48
Typical High
$1,230.27
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$389.05
Median
$457.09
Typical High
$457.09
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$134.90
Median
$234.42
Typical High
$537.03
MVP Health Care
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$309.03
Median
$416.87
Typical High
$776.25
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$120.23
Median
$338.84
Typical High
$630.96