CPT 15778 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 | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 15778 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 15778 by major payers:
$477.78
$529.57
$465.11
$649.48
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 15778 | $572.00 | 1508863242 - BUFFALO SURGERY CENTER LLC | 161574540 - (NY) BUFFALO SURGERY CENTER LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $436.00 | 1891049441 - ISLAND DIGESTIVE HEALTH CENTER, LLC | 452411095 - (NY) ISLAND DIGESTIVE HEALTH CENTER LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $600.00 | 1427183664 - LAGRECA EYE CLINIC, P.C., THE EYE CLINIC SURGICENTER | 320016290 - LAGRECA EYE CLINIC, PC | WY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $380.00 | 1841298437 - WEST PALM OUTPATIENT SURGERY AND LASER CENTER LTD, NORTHPOINT SURGERY & LASER CENTER | 650592518 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $648.00 | 1033316765 - VISTA SURGERY CENTER LLC | 260401772 - (TX) VISTA SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $1049.00 | 1467601625 - MNH GI SURGICAL CENTER LLC, MNH SURGICAL CENTER | 263094275 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $725.00 | 1902213432 - COBBLESTONE SURGERY CENTER, INC. | 464241477 - (GA) COBBLESTONE SURGERY CENTER INC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $850.00 | 1124406632 - COMPREHENSIVE PAIN ASC, LLC | 473944400 - (CA) COMPREHENSIVE PAIN ASC LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $1049.00 | 1255373601 - CHESTERFIELD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LP, CHESTERFIELD SURGERY CENTER | 203834076 - (MO) CHESTERFIELD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LP | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $1231.00 | 1215116611 - UPPER BAY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 205547410 - (MD) UPPER BAY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $1274.00 | 1730369802 - SHORELINE SURGERY CENTER LLP, CHRISTUS SPOHN-SURGICARE OF CORPUS CHRISTI | 204911604 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $450.00 | 1528501939 - AMERICAN ACCESS CARE OF FLORIDA ASC LLC, AZURA SURGERY CENTER PLANTATION | 814131878 - (FL) AMERICAN ACCESS CARE OF FLORIDA ASC LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $326.54 | 1275687873 - DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF KENTUCKY, PSC | 610701663 - (KY) DERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF KENTUCKY, P.S.C. | KY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $1500.00 | 1437794625 - VANCE THOMPSON VISION SURGERY CENTER BILLINGS, LLC | 455323939 | MT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 15778 | $767.00 | 1962148510 - PVSCG, LLC | 842112909 - (TX) PVSCG LLC | TX | 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 15778 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes
The CPT 15778 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 15778 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 15734-CPT | High | Muscle Myo/Fasciocutaneous Flap Trunk |
| 15738-CPT | High | Muscle Myo/Fasciocutaneous Falp Low Extr |
| 15775-CPT | Moderate | Punch Grft Hair Trans 1-15 Grfts |
| 15778-CPT | Moderate | Implantation Of Absorbable Mesh Or Other Prosthesis For Delayed Closure Of Defect(S) (Ie, External Genitalia, Perineum, Abdominal Wall) Due To Soft Tissue Infection Or Trauma |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 15778. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 15778 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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