CPT 21462 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 | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • GC - Service performed by resident under supervision • LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
National average reimbursement for CPT 21462 by major payers:
$2,363.58
$2,737.02
$2,881.98
$3,274.28
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 21462 | $5433.00 | 1649707324 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $576.00 | 1407932619 - PACIFIC EYE INSTITUTE A MEDICAL GROUP INC, PACIFIC EYE INSTITUTE AMBULATORY SURGERY CTR | 330303507 - (CA) PACIFIC EYE INSTITUTE MEDICAL CORPORATION | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $3858.00 | 1184664609 - ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT ROBINWOOD, LLC | 20615867 - (MD) ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT ROBINWOOD LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $3935.00 | 1154088490 - BSC 3 LLC, BANNER SURGERY CENTER - SPORTS MEDICINE | 871712552 - (AZ) BSC 3 LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $576.00 | 1659657856 - ALFA SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 452748642 - (CA) ALFA SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $824.00 | 1518998764 - TENNESSEE PAIN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 621790133 - (TN) TENNESSEE PAIN SURGERY CENTER LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $2174.00 | 1194047092 - PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC | 911394965 - PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE, INC., PC | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $5433.00 | 1558753095 - PACIFIC ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 203905706 - (HI) PACIFIC ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | HI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $5433.00 | 1477700516 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $5249.00 | 1902959190 - RIVA ROAD SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 870774597 - (MD) RIVA ROAD SURGICAL CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $2237.00 | 1073026639 - MID CITY SPECIALTY CENTER, LLC | 822996794 - (LA) MID CITY SPECIALTY CENTER LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $4123.00 | 1972805299 - ST. VINCENT'S OUTPATIENT SURGERY SERVICES LLC | 200708162 - (AL) ST VINCENTS OUTPATIENT SURGERY SERVICES LLC | AL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $4839.00 | 1891701611 - ESSEX ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 223777761 - (NJ) ESSEX ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $5020.00 | 1881697522 - RIVERSIDE PARK SURGICENTER LLC | 593106055 - (FL) RIVERSIDE PARK SURGICENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $576.00 | 1508318411 - INTERVENTIONAL SPINE CENTER, LLC | 263161503 - (CA) INTERVENTIONAL SPINE 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 21462 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 21462 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 21462 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 21461-CPT | High | Open Mandible Fract Wo Int Fix |
| 21462-CPT | High | Red Fx Open-Mandible W Interdent |
| 21465-CPT | High | Open Treat Mandibular Condylar Frac |
| 21470-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Complicated Mandibular Fracture By Multiple Surgical Approaches Including Internal Fixation, Interdental Fixation, And/Or Wiring Of Dentures Or Splints |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21462. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 21462 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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