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CPT 21275 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.

2ndary Revision Orbitocraniofacial Recon
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 21275
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 21275

National average reimbursement for CPT 21275 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,083.35

uhc

$1,127.95

aetna

$1,166.90

cigna

$1,377.83

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CPT 21275
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  1. Hospital For Special Surgery West Side Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC, Hss West Side Asc, LLC

    NYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1497244149Tax ID 81-4351390

    $10,406.00Published rate
  2. Central Virginia Surgi-Center Lp, Surgi-Center Of Central Virginia

    Central Virginia Surgicenter Lp

    VAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1154323988Tax ID 75-2967162

    $5,433.00Published rate
  3. Lakeview Surgery Center LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1629429410Tax ID 81-1806084

    $4,000.00Published rate
  4. Waterside Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    Waterside Ambulatory Surgical Ce

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1295739217Tax ID 65-0270415

    $1,592.00Published rate
  5. Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1306964853Tax ID 58-2349040

    $300.00Published rate

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CPT 21275 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 21275 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 21275 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
21255-CPTHighReconstruction With Bone Graft, Surgery To Reconstruct The Face Just Below The Cheekbone Using Bone And Cartilage From The Hip Rib Or Skull.
21256-CPTHighReconstruction Of Orbit With O, Reconstruction Of Orbit With Osteotomies (Extracranial) And With Bone Grafts (Includes Obtaining Autografts) (Eg Microophthalmia)
21260-CPTHighPeriorbital Osteotomies For Orbital Hypertelorism W/ Bone Grafts, Periorbital Osteotomies For Orbital Hypertelorism With Bone Grafts; E
21275-CPTHigh2ndary Revision Orbitocraniofacial Recon

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21275. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 21275 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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