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CPT 0164T 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.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Category III Codes

Various Services - Category III Codes

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 0164T
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 0164T

National average reimbursement for CPT 0164T by major payers:

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CPT 0164T
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  1. Mission Hospital, Inc., Mission Regional Medical Center

    Mission Hospital Inc

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1205833985Tax ID 74-2206635

    $5,442.00Published rate
  2. Fort Worth Surgicare Partners, Ltd., Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth

    Fort Worth Surgicare Partners Ltd

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1871599183Tax ID 75-2658178

    $1,745.00Published rate
  3. North Houston, Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1750819025Tax ID 50-631189

    $1,475.00Published rate
  4. Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1548291883Tax ID 75-2890358

    $1,181.00Published rate
  5. Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center LLC, Christus Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center

    Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center LLC

    LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1063649978Tax ID 20-5109610

    $137.00Published rate

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CPT 0164T vs. Other Various Services - Category III Codes Codes

The CPT 0164T code is part of the Category III Codes services used for Various Services - Category III Codes. 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 0164T 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
0164T-CPTModerateRemove Lumb Artif Disc Addl, Removal Of Total Disc Arthroplasty Artificial Disc Anterior Approach Each Additional Interspace Lumbar List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 0164T. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 0164T 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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