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CPT 21025 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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.

Xcision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyeli Or Bone Absces); Mandibl, Excision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyelitis Or Bone Abscess); Mandible
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

58 - Staged or related procedure during postoperative period

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 21025
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 21025

National average reimbursement for CPT 21025 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,069.77

uhc

$1,140.52

aetna

$1,157.02

cigna

$1,157.65

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CPT 21025
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Manatee Surgicare Ltd

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1851354377Tax ID 75-2367622

    $7,391.00Published rate
  2. Clearway Surgery Center Of Prince Frederick LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1962011775Tax ID 84-4787769

    $3,405.00Published rate
  3. Asc Development Company, LLC

    Asc Development Company LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1609996149Tax ID 20-3405773

    $2,693.00Published rate
  4. Lee Memorial Health System, Lee Health Urology Surgery Center

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1689236242Tax ID 84-3798404

    $2,050.00Published rate
  5. South Carolina Endoscopy Center

    SCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1801827993Tax ID 57-1125931

    $700.00Published rate

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CPT 21025 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 21025 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 21025 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
21025-CPTHighXcision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyeli Or Bone Absces); Mandibl, Excision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyelitis Or Bone Abscess); Mandible
21026-CPTModerateXcision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyeli Or Bone Absces); Facial Bone, Excision Of Bone (Eg For Osteomyelitis Or Bone Abscess); Facial Bone(
21029-CPTModerateRemval By Contour Of Bnign Tumor Of Facial Bone (Eg Fibrous Dysp, Removal By Contouring Of Benign Tumor Of Facial Bone (Eg Fibrous Dysp
21030-CPTModerateXcision Of Bnign Tumor Or Cyst Of Maxilla Or Zygoma By Enucleati, Excision Of Benign Tumor Or Cyst Of Maxilla Or Zygoma By Enucleation A

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21025. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 21025 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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