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 |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 21462 |
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 | $2344.00 | 1508869645 - FRESNO CA ENDOSCOPY ASC, LP, CENTRAL CALIFORNIA ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 912127626 - (CA) FRESNO CA ENDOSCOPY ASC LP | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $11291.00 | 1679892913 - BELTWAY SURGERY CENTERS, L.L.C. | 352072586 | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $2800.00 | 1659807717 - TAMPA SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 820715188 - (CA) TAMPA SURGICAL CENTER LLC | CA | 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 | 21462 | $5433.00 | 1831489335 - HAGERSTOWN SURGERY CENTER,LLC | 274935096 - (MD) HAGERSTOWN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1072.50 | 1083938765 - MEDICAL PARK TOWER SURGERY CENTER, LLC, MEDICAL PARK TOWER SURGERY CENTER | 270543475 - (TX) MEDICAL PARK TOWER SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1850.00 | 1912412420 - GALEA CENTER, LLC., GALEA CENTER FOR ADVANCED SURGERY | 821939476 - (CA) GALEA CENTER LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1034.00 | 1003036310 - MIDWEST ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 208292570 - (IL) MIDWEST ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | IL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $2637.00 | 1972831998 - SAN DIEGO SKIN, INC. | 203245033 - (CA) SAN DIEGO SKIN, INC M MARK MOFID MD APC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1732.00 | 1083030597 - TRIAD SURGERY CENTER, LLC, TRIAD EYE INSTITUTE | 473510624 | OK | 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 | $576.00 | 1336107580 - POMERADO OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER L P, PALOMAR SURGICAL CENTER ESCONDIDO | 330752699 - (CA) POMERADO OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER L P | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1221.00 | 1922486679 - ST LOUIS SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 611754451 - (MO) ST LOUIS SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21462 | $1072.50 | 1942239751 - POSADA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LP | 571140323 - (CA) POSADA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, L.P. | CA | 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 | 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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