CPT 21422 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • GC - Service performed by resident under supervision • 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 21422 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 21422 by major payers:
$797.51
$880.88
$902.91
$1,080.42
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 21422 | $1500.00 | 1538242649 - SOUTHWESTERN ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 571139709 - (PA) SOUTHWESTERN ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $1998.00 | 1811512734 - SSL ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC, AVALA SURGERY CENTER | 843735506 - (LA) SSL ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $1500.00 | 1376641670 - AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER OF GREATER NEW YORK, LLC | 133418924 - (NY) AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER OF GREATER NEW YORK, LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $6724.00 | 1336288703 - VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER, VIRGINIA MASON ISSAQUAH ASC | 910565539 - (WA) VIRGINIA MASON MEDICAL CENTER | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $4566.00 | 1760875983 - BAPTIST MEDICAL PARK SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 593535262 - (FL) BAPTIST MEDICAL PARK SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $2500.00 | 1306993464 - PACIFIC HILLS SURGERY CENTER LLC | 800180491 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $5580.00 | 1295213734 - LOS GATOS SURGICAL CENTER, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF SILICON VALLEY | 942909203 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $4625.00 | 1275886319 - SURGERY CENTER OF BAY AREA HOUSTON, LLC | 320383244 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $2240.00 | 1104465012 - EVERGREEN EYE CENTER, PLLC | 911628032 - (WA) EVERGREEN EYE CENTER, INC. P.S. | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $3300.00 | 1750844049 - FORT WORTH SURGICAL CENTER LP | 832752727 - (TX) FORT WORTH SURGICAL CENTER LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $3935.00 | 1013539709 - BSC BILTMORE LLC | 850820003 - (AZ) BSC BILTMORE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $5020.00 | 1407275282 - SURGCENTER CAMELBACK LLC | 464169482 - (AZ) SURGCENTER CAMELBACK LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $1500.00 | 1326107509 - OMAHA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | 205880863 | NE | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $8238.00 | 1396700407 - ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER, LLC, ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER ASSOCIATES, LP | 752055800 - (TX) ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21422 | $1950.00 | 1962695122 - NORTH ORANGE COUNTY SURGERY CENTER | 260625103 - (CA) NORTH ORANGE COUNTY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CA | 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 21422 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 21422 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 21422 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 21385-CPT | Moderate | Red Fx Open-Caldwell Luc |
| 21421-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatment Of Palatal Or Maxillary Fracture (Lefort I Type), With Interdental Wire Fixation Or Fixation Of Denture Or Splint |
| 21422-CPT | Moderate | Open Lefort I Fract |
| 21423-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Palatal Or Maxillary Fracture (Lefort I Type); Complicated (Comminuted Or Involving Cranial Nerve Foramina), Multiple Approaches |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21422. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 21422 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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