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CPT 20805 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare 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.

Replant Forearm (Inclu Radius & Ulna To Radial Carpal Joint, Replantation Forearm (Includes Radius And Ulna To Radial Carpal Joint
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

23 - Emergency Room

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

LT - Left side of body

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 20805
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 20805

National average reimbursement for CPT 20805 by major payers:

bcbs

$4,451.37

uhc

$3,775.69

aetna

$3,361.53

cigna

$5,257.92

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CPT 20805
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Texas Health Orthopedic Surgery Center Alliance, LLC, Texas Health Orthopedic Surgery Center Heritage

    Texas Health Orthopedic Surgery Center Alliance LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1508367194Tax ID 81-4977249

    $11,960.00Published rate
  2. Northern Michigan Surgical Suites, LLC

    MIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1942851639Tax ID 83-0670803

    $9,324.00Published rate
  3. American Access Care Of Miami Asc LLC, Azura Surgery Center Miami

    American Access Care Of Miami Asc LLC

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1710420120Tax ID 81-4118495

    $5,953.00Published rate
  4. New Albany Outpatient Surgery, LLC, Surgical Center Of New Albany

    INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1497750426Tax ID 23-2722876

    $1,550.00Published rate
  5. Laser Surgery Holding Company, Ltd

    Laser Surgery Holding Company Lt

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1205303930Tax ID 55-0882748

    $894.00Published rate

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CPT 20805 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 20805 code is part of the Surgery services used for 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 20805 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
20802-CPTHighReplant Arm (Inclu Surg Nck Humerus Through Elbow Joi, Replantation Arm (Includes Surgical Neck Of Humerus Through Elbow Joi
20805-CPTHighReplant Forearm (Inclu Radius & Ulna To Radial Carpal Joint, Replantation Forearm (Includes Radius And Ulna To Radial Carpal Joint
20808-CPTHighReplant Hand (Inclu Hand Through Metacarpophalang Joint), Replantation Hand (Includes Hand Through Metacarpophalangeal Joints)
20955-CPTHighBone Graft With Microvascular, Bone Graft With Microvascular Anastomosis Fibulabone Graft With Microvascular Anastomosis Fibula

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 20805. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 20805 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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