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CPT 21137 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: December 2025

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.

Reduction Forehead; Contouring Only- Rn Review <9/10/2021
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Common Modifiers

None

51 - Multiple procedures

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for CPT 21137 by major payers:

bcbs

$924.44

uhc

$1,000.98

aetna

$1,057.78

cigna

$1,245.56

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For billing codeCPT 21137
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United
21137$2353.001720325160 - SURGCENTER OF DEER VALLEY, LLC461512703 - (AZ) SURGCENTER OF DEER VALLEY LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1180.001487612024 - QUAD CITY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC364471903 - (IL) QUAD CITY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1482.001841884731 - EYE MD OF NICEVILLE SURGERY LLC862163581 - (FL) EYE MD OF NICEVILLE SURGERY LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1090.001053039883 - JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTERS SERIES208707724 - (MD) JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTER SERIESMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1136.001689652638 - INSTITUTE OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY LLC731657293 - (NV) INSTITUTE OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY LLCNVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1550.001356798854 - MID CITIES ASC, LP811663790TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1080.001346698602 - MARION EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC263644916ILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$3227.001073816690 - PENN STATE HERSHEY ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC274000022 - (PA) PENN STATE HERSHEY ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCPAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$2250.001003965328 - PACIFIC HEIGHTS SURGERY CENTER OF SAN FRANCISCO LP522380476 - (CA) PACIFIC HEIGHTS SURGERY CENTERCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$900.001841347143 - RUXTON SURGICENTER LLC522095835 - (MD) RUXTON SURGICENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1700.001528480076 - SOUTH ATLANTA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC462848445 - (GA) SOUTH ATLANTA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLCGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1840.001356704027 - GLEN ECHO SURGERY CENTER, LLC474049838 - (MD) GLEN ECHO SURGERY CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1326.001851678981 - RIDGECREST SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER, A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION453602999 - (CA) RIDGECREST SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATIONCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$950.001184784209 - AMERICAN SURGICAL CENTERS II, LLC, AMERICAN SURGICAL CENTERS383486345 - (MI) AMERICAN SURGICAL CENTERS II LLCMIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
21137$1200.001023570488 - SIGHT PARTNERS, LLC, NORTHWEST EYE SURGEONS833467355WAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 21137 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 21137 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 21137 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
21137-CPTModerateReduction Forehead; Contouring Only- Rn Review <9/10/2021
21138-CPTHighReduction Forehead; Contouring And Application Of Prosthetic Material Or Bone Graft (Includes Obtaining Autograft)
21139-CPTHighReduction Forehead; Contouring & Setback Of Anterior Frontal Sinus Wall- Rn Review <9/10/2021
21141-CPTHighReconstruction Midface, Lefort I; Single Piece Segment Movement In Any Direction Without Bone Graft -Commercial Rn Review>=1/1/1996: Medicaid Rn Review=1/1/1996-9/30/2020

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21137. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 21137 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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