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See a sample rate comparisonCPT 12042 is classified under Surgery, in the Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System subgroup.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $304.95 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 12042 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $239.345 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 12042 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 12042 by major payers:

$346.79
BCBS / Anthem

$368.17
UnitedHealthcare

$396.17
Aetna

$479.67
Cigna
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 12042 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The table lists codes related to 12042. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 12041-CPT | Moderate | Rpair Intermed Wounds Of Nck Hands Feet &/Or Xtrnal Geni, Repair Intermediate Wounds Of Neck Hands Feet And/Or External Geni |
| 12042-CPT | Moderate | Rpair Intermed Wounds Of Nck Hands Feet &/Or Xtrnal Geni, Repair Intermediate Wounds Of Neck Hands Feet And/Or External Geni |
| 12044-CPT | Moderate | Rpair Intermed Wounds Of Nck Hands Feet &/Or Xtrnal Geni, Repair Intermediate Wounds Of Neck Hands Feet And/Or External Geni |
| 12045-CPT | Moderate | Rpair Intermed Wounds Of Nck Hands Feet &/Or Xtrnal Geni, Repair Intermediate Wounds Of Neck Hands Feet And/Or External Geni |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 12042. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 12042 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
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