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CPT 15878 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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.

Suction Assist Lipectomy Up Extrem
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System

Common Place of Service

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

50 - Bilateral Procedure

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 15878
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 15878

National average reimbursement for CPT 15878 by major payers:

bcbs

$983.99

uhc

$518.54

aetna

$421.86

cigna

$634.04

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CPT 15878
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Pacific Surgery Center, LLC

    Pacific Surgery Center LLC

    NEAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1720334097Tax ID 46-0598503

    $2,933.18Published rate
  2. Surgical Park Center Ltd

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1194788182Tax ID 59-2827368

    $1,368.00Published rate
  3. Surgery Center, Dba Sawtooth Surgery Center

    Surgery Center

    IDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1497745178Tax ID 82-3348107

    $825.00Published rate
  4. Ear Nose And Throat Surgery Center LLC

    NVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1588062400Tax ID 46-4525209

    $630.00Published rate
  5. Tomoka Surgery Center, LLC

    Tomoka Surgery Center LLC

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1982637492Tax ID 20-1218596

    $432.00Published rate

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CPT 15878 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Integumentary System Codes

The CPT 15878 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 15878 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
15876-CPTModerateSuction Assist Lipectomy Head Neck
15877-CPTModerateSuction Assist Lipectomy Trunk
15878-CPTModerateSuction Assist Lipectomy Up Extrem
15879-CPTModerateSuction Assist Lipectomy Lower Extremity

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 15878. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 15878 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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