CPT 12005 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System |
| Common Place of Service | • 23 - Emergency Room • 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • AG - Primary physician |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 12005 by major payers:
$216.15
$233.95
$237.30
$290.54
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 12005 | $122.00 | 1144497264 - CALIFORNIA SKIN SURGERY CENTER INC | 262564861 - (CA) CALIFORNIA SKIN SURGERY CENTER INC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $1735.00 | 1538179551 - HENRY FORD MEDICAL CENTER FAIRLANE, HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM | 381357020 - HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $150.00 | 1922531268 - AMERICAN ACCESS CARE OF BALTIMORE ASC LLC | 814584087 - (MD) AMERICAN ACCESS CARE OF BALTIMORE ASC LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $935.00 | 1538569207 - CUTTING EDGE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 471696819 - (CA) CUTTING EDGE SURGERY CENTER LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $79.00 | 1619487782 - UCH VASCULAR ACCESS ASC LLC | 820975009 - (TN) UCH VASCULAR ACCESS ASC LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $935.00 | 1386657047 - THEDA OAKS GASTROENTEROLOGY & ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 20594510 - (TX) THEDA OAKS GASTROENTEROLOGY & ENDOSCOPY CTR, LTD | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $566.00 | 1265534556 - SOUTH FLORIDA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 651093026 - (FL) SOUTH FLORIDA AMBULATORY SURGI | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $265.00 | 1770532194 - BROADWEST SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 710991736 - (IN) BROADWEST SPECIALTY SURGICAL 401 | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $40.00 | 1487871331 - GYNEMED SURGICAL CENTER | 521921544 - (MD) GYNEMED SURGICAL CENTER | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $383.00 | 1821276353 - PEND OREILLE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 300430739 - (ID) PEND OREILLE SURGERY CENTER LLC | ID | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $555.00 | 1942472931 - SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, LLC | 261572774 - (MD) SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $288.29 | 1609154483 - TRESA NESBITT | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | GA | Hospitalist Physician (208M00000X) |
United | 12005 | $773.00 | 1730410697 - SURGICAL SPECIALISTS AT PRINCETON LLC | 270749140 - (NJ) SURGICAL SPECIALISTS AT PRINCE | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $534.00 | 1316462377 - UCSD SURGICAL CENTER OF SAN DIEGO, LLC | 822218664 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 12005 | $270.00 | 1780624171 - C & S MEDICAL, LLC, DELAWARE SURGICAL ARTS | 200914212 - (DE) C S MEDICAL LLC | DE | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 12005 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 12005 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System. 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 12005 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12004-CPT | Low | Simple Repair Of Superficial Wounds Of Scalp, Neck, Axillae, External Genitalia, Trunk And/Or Extremities (Including Hands And Feet); 7.6 Cm To 12.5 Cm |
| 12005-CPT | Moderate | Simple Repair Of Superficial Wounds Of Scalp, Neck, Axillae, External Genitalia, Trunk And/Or Extremities (Including Hands And Feet); 12.6 Cm To 20.0 Cm |
| 12006-CPT | Moderate | Simple Repair Of Superficial Wounds Of Scalp, Neck, Axillae, External Genitalia, Trunk And/Or Extremities (Including Hands And Feet); 20.1 Cm To 30.0 Cm |
| 12007-CPT | Moderate | Simple Repair Of Superficial Wounds Of Scalp, Neck, Axillae, External Genitalia, Trunk And/Or Extremities (Including Hands And Feet); Over 30.0 Cm |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 12005. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 12005 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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