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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-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 | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 62 - Co-Surgeons GC - Service performed by resident under supervision |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 15756 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 15756 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 15756 by major payers:

$3,062.58

$3,010.92

$3,216.50

$3,693.59
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Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Northwest LLP
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 15756 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 15756 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 15756 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 15750-CPT | High | Create Skin Tube, Surgery To Create A Stem Stalk Or Tube (Pedicle) Out Of Skin Transplanted From Another Site On The Body To Support A Structure Being Reconstructed. The Pedicle Contains Blood Vessels That Are Attached At The Reconstruction Site. |
| 15756-CPT | High | Skin Graft With Blood Vessels, Surgery To Transplant A Section Of Muscle Tissue Or Skin Layer Including All Blood Vessels To Reconstruct A Body Part. The Surgery Includes Connecting All Large And Small Blood Vessels At The Reconstruction Site. |
| 15757-CPT | High | Skin Graft With Blood Vessels, Surgery To Transplant A Section Of Muscle Tissue Or Skin Layer Including All Blood Vessels To Reconstruct A Body Part. The Surgery Includes Connecting All Large And Small Blood Vessels At The Reconstruction Site. |
| 15758-CPT | High | Skin Graft With Blood Vessels, Surgery To Transplant A Section Of Muscle Tissue Or Skin Layer Including All Blood Vessels To Reconstruct A Body Part. The Surgery Includes Connecting All Large And Small Blood Vessels At The Reconstruction Site. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 15756. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 15756 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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