CPT 21050 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 21050 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 21050 by major payers:
$1,175.49
$1,169.30
$1,190.43
$1,464.75
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 21050 | $5354.00 | 1235178146 - SUBURBAN ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC, SUBURBAN ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 820556996 - (NJ) SUBURBAN ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $5354.00 | 1144954165 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE OF LUTZ, LLC, ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE OF NEW TAMPA | 871390521 - (FL) ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE OF LUTZ LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $3100.00 | 1063531911 - NJ VEIN & COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER, PA | 223328362 - (NJ) NJ VEIN COSMETIC SURGERY CENTER PA | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $898.00 | 1679566228 - AMBULATORY FOOT AND ANKLE CENTER, INC. | 521910756 - (MD) AMBULATORY FOOT AND ANKLE CENTER INC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $3275.00 | 1386647402 - PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, INC. | 593438026 - (FL) PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, INC. | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $2483.00 | 1639290026 - JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTERS SERIES | 208707724 - (MD) JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTER SERIES | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $2365.00 | 1508342114 - ACTD,LLC, GREEN MOUNTAIN SURGERY CENTER | 472161109 - (VT) ACTDLLC | VT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $3075.00 | 1013138536 - WESTERN WASHINGTON MEDICAL GROUP, INC, PS, DBA: GATEWAY SURGERY CENTER | 911602128 - (WA) WESTERN WASHINGTON MEDICAL GROUP, INC., P.S. | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $10749.00 | 1952945156 - PHYSICIANS WEST SURGICENTER, LLC | 843452204 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $2774.00 | 1528643285 - SUMMIT HEALTH PARTNERS LLC, WESTERN CAROLINA SURGERY CENTER | 812722973 - (NC) SUMMIT HEALTH PARTNERS LLC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $2550.00 | 1245288257 - SURGICAL CENTER OF GREENSBORO, LLC | 631251243 - (NC) SURGICAL CENTER OF GREENSBORO LLC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $1866.00 | 1164646071 - ATLANTIC PLASTIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES PA | 20401481 - (NH) ATLANTIC PLASTIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES, P.A. | NH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $6756.00 | 1619944824 - WAVERLEY SURGERY CENTER LLC, WAVERLEY SURGERY CENTER | 20554398 - (CA) WAVERLEY SURGERY CENTER, L.P. | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $2448.00 | 1982954640 - BAKERSFIELD SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER, PC | 454955212 - (CA) BAKERSFIELD SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER PC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21050 | $5249.00 | 1750499950 - MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LTD, MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER | 760353620 - (AL) MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LTD | AL | 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 21050 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 21050 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 21050 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 21050-CPT | High | Condylecyomy Temporomandibular |
| 21060-CPT | High | Meniscectomy Temporomandibular |
| 21070-CPT | Moderate | Coronoidectomy Unilateral |
| 21073-CPT | Moderate | Once Per Dos Manipulation Of Temporomandibular Joint, Tmj, Therapeutic, Requiring An Anesthesia Service- Rn Review: Medicaid>=5/14/2011, Commercial>=7/5/2011 |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21050. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 21050 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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