How can I find the cost of a specific medical procedure or service?

To find the cost of a specific medical procedure or service, particularly if you have the CPT code and your specific location, you can utilize online tools. For instance, Payerprice offers a fee schedule lookup tool that allows users to search for prices based on CPT codes and geographical areas. It's also recommended to contact your insurance provider directly to understand your specific benefits, deductibles, and co-pays for the service.

What is a CPT code and why is it important for healthcare billing?

CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology. CPT codes are standardized five-digit codes used by healthcare professionals to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. They are crucial for healthcare billing because they provide a uniform language for documenting and communicating services performed, which in turn facilitates accurate billing and processing of insurance claims. Knowing the CPT code for a service can also help you research its cost.

Why do prices for the same medical service vary so much between different providers or locations?

Prices for the same medical service can vary significantly due to several factors, including negotiated rates with different insurance companies, the type of facility (e.g., hospital vs. outpatient clinic), geographical location, the provider's reputation or specialization, and underlying operational costs. Additionally, the complexity of a patient's case and any additional services rendered can influence the final bill.

What is healthcare price transparency and how does it help me?

Healthcare price transparency refers to initiatives and regulations that aim to make the costs of medical services readily available to patients before they receive care. The goal is to empower consumers to make informed decisions by allowing them to compare prices among different providers for the same service. This can help patients understand their potential financial responsibility, budget for healthcare expenses, and potentially choose more affordable options, ultimately driving competition and potentially lowering costs.

How can I estimate my out-of-pocket costs for a medical procedure?

Estimating out-of-pocket costs involves several steps. First, identify the specific procedure and, if possible, its CPT code. Next, contact your insurance company to understand your deductible, co-insurance, co-pay, and any maximum out-of-pocket limits. You can also use tools like Payerprice's fee schedule lookup tool with the CPT code and your location to get an idea of the provider's charges. Keep in mind that the final cost can vary based on actual services rendered during the procedure and your specific insurance plan's coverage.

CPT 00670 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Anesthesia For Spine Surgery, Anesthesia Services For A Surgery On The Spine And Spinal Cord. Examples Include Attaching Instruments After A Spinal Fusion And Surgery On The Blood Vessels Of The Spinal Cord.

Key Fact	Detail
Service Type	Anesthesia Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord
Common Place of Service	21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center
Common Modifiers	None P3 - A patient with severe systemic disease AA - Anesthesia by anesthesiologist
Complexity Level	Moderate
Medicare Fee Schedule	View Medicare rates for 00670

National average anesthesia conversion factor for CPT 00670 by major payers:

$58.10

$56.06

$56.83

$55.74

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CPT 00670

5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview

Jonathan Bradley
Sutter Bay Medical Foundation
CAAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1568658995Tax ID 94-1156581
$113.00Published rate
Steven Tu
City Of Hope Medical Foundation
CAAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1982960027Tax ID 27-4803222
$71.19Published rate
Michael Nussbaum
Michael Nussbaum Md Inc
CAAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1932100856Tax ID 33-0642223
$63.00Published rate
Dwayne Cox
Dwayne Cox M D Inc
CAAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1568490951Tax ID 95-4512921
$53.00Published rate
Michael Tran
CAAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1013927110Tax ID 10-13927110
$44.00Published rate

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Summit Women's CareDenver, Colorado

September 2, 2026

Contracting Manager
UnitedHealthcare
Commercial PPO

Re: Request for fee schedule renegotiation

We request a formal review of our Commercial PPO fee schedule. The comparison below summarizes our current rate alongside published rates for comparable Denver-area practices.

Market evidence · CPT 59485

Current rate: $152.40
Market median: $147.00
Market position: 61st percentile

The comparison includes 1,284 published rates from 96 provider groups, scoped to OB/GYN providers in a professional, office-based setting.

We would welcome a discussion of our fee schedule and the supporting July 2026 market analysis. Please let us know a suitable time to review the comparison together.

Sincerely,
Summit Women's Care

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CPT 00670 vs. Other Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord Codes

The CPT 00670 code is part of the Anesthesia services used for Anesthesia for Procedures on the Spine and Spinal Cord. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 00670 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

Code	Complexity	Description
00620-CPT	Moderate	Anesthesia For The Middle Back, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure On The Middle Back. These Procedures Include Spinal Nerve Surgery And May Require Mechanical Breathing Assistance.
00630-CPT	Moderate	Anesthesia Low Back Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure On The Lower Back Such As A Lumbar Puncture Herniated Disk Surgery Or Spinal Nerve Surgery.
00632-CPT	Moderate	Anesthesia Low Back Procedure, Anesthesia Services For A Procedure On The Lower Back Such As A Lumbar Puncture Herniated Disk Surgery Or Spinal Nerve Surgery.
00670-CPT	Moderate	Anesthesia For Spine Surgery, Anesthesia Services For A Surgery On The Spine And Spinal Cord. Examples Include Attaching Instruments After A Spinal Fusion And Surgery On The Blood Vessels Of The Spinal Cord.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 00670. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 00670 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules

Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts

Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies

Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.

Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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CPT 00670 Fee Schedule

Jonathan Bradley

Steven Tu

Michael Nussbaum

Dwayne Cox

Michael Tran