CPT 20660 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 | General Introduction or Removal Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System General Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 20660 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 20660 by major payers:
$319.02
$328.91
$333.73
$378.43
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 20660 | $365.00 | 1790822864 - NORTHWEST EYE SPECIALISTS,LLC | 860720868 - (AZ) NORTHWEST EYE SPECIALISTS, P.L.L.C. | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $1276.00 | 1538461348 - THE OUTPATIENT CENTER, LLC, THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD. D/B/A THE OUTPATIENT CENT | 650440864 - (FL) THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD. | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $1258.00 | 1659772648 - SURGICAL SPECIALTY CENTER OF MID ATLANTIC, LLC | 465727021 - (MD) SURGICAL SPECIALTY CENTER OF MID-ATLANTIC, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $883.00 | 1962568725 - BRECKENRIDGE SURGERY CENTER LP | 201177785 - (TX) BRECKENRIDGE SURGERY CENTER LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $1258.00 | 1366515504 - RIVERSIDE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, THE ENDOSCOPY & COLONOSCOPY CENTER | 205227186 - (MO) RIVERSIDE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $480.00 | 1649443367 - SKIN SURGERY CENTER OF VIRGINIA | 262319829 - (VA) SKIN SURGERY CENTER OF VIRGINIA | VA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $977.00 | 1770958522 - UCHEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTERS, LONGS PEAK SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 383984888 - (CO) UCHEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTERS | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $410.51 | 1982818571 - RICHARD JOSEPH | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | IL | Emergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X) |
United | 20660 | $1276.00 | 1003004482 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $480.00 | 1841459211 - AASC, LLC, ATLANTA AESTHETIC SURGERY CENTER | 352491038 - (GA) SURGERY CENTER OF ATLANTA | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $1461.00 | 1417919879 - HUNTERDON ENDOSURGERY CENTER | 223597546 | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $950.00 | 1912600826 - SURGICAL CENTER OF TVH | 882585662 - (ID) SURGICAL CENTER OF TVH | ID | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $2255.00 | 1124083878 - THREE GABLES SURGERY CENTER LLC | 870648900 - (OH) THREE GABLES SURGERY CENTER LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $1179.00 | 1922510643 - OPTIMUM SPINE CENTER, LLC, PEACHTREE SPINE & PAIN PHYSICIANS | 320543789 | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 20660 | $645.00 | 1740700111 - M. REZA MIZANI, M.D., P.A., TOTAL VASCULAR CARE | 200743330 - (TX) M. REZA MIZANI MD, PA | 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 20660 vs. Other General Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 20660 code is part of the General Introduction or Removal Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System services used for General Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal 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 20660 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 20500-CPT | Low | Dye Injection To View Sinuses, An Injection Of Contrast Material Into A Sinus In Order To Identify The Location Of An Infection Or Fluid-Filled Area. |
| 20600-CPT | Low | Arthrocentesis Aspiration An, Arthrocentesis Aspiration Andor Injection Small Jointbursa Or Ganglion Cyst (Eg Fingers Toes)Arthrocentesis Aspiration Andor Injection Sm All Joint |
| 20650-CPT | Moderate | Pin Insertion With Traction, Insertion Of A Pin Through The Broken Bone So That An End Pokes Through The Skin From Either Side. Weighted Traction Is Attached To The Pin To Keep The Bone Stable. |
| 20660-CPT | Moderate | Device To Stop Head Movement, Immobilization (Stop Movement) Of The Head And Neck By Attaching A Device Such As Cranial Tongs A Caliper Or A Frame. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 20660. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 20660 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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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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