CPT 21811 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 • LT - Left side of body • RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 21811 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 21811 by major payers:
$777.18
$835.60
$835.58
$992.04
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 21811 | $1102.00 | 1134300080 - METAIRIE LA ENDOSCOPY ASC LLC, MGA GASTROINTESTINAL DIAGNOSTIC AND THERAPEUTIC CENTER-METAIRIE | 205904530 | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1564.00 | 1275376121 - CLEARWAY SURGERY CENTER OF NATIONAL HARBOR LLC | 454110190 - (MD) HARBORSIDE SURGERY CENTER | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $4041.00 | 1487012480 - LAKE SPIVEY AMBULATORY SURGERY CARE, LLC, SPIVEY STATION SURGERY CENTER | 582030692 - EMORY UNIVERSITY | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $954.00 | 1396823381 - HEAD AND NECK SURGERY ASSOCIATES, PSC, CENTER FOR SURGICAL CARE | 610938951 - HEAD & NECK SURGERY ASSOC., PSC | KY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $2025.00 | 1912900143 - E STREET ENDOSCOPY LLC, WEST COAST ENDOSCOPY | 593705426 - (FL) E STREET ENDOSCOPY | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1995.00 | 1235393356 - PHYSICIANS OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LLC | 352325646 - (FL) PHYSICIANS OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1049.00 | 1497801237 - WOOSTER CLINIC, LLC | 341855775 | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1850.00 | 1003116823 - NORTHERN N.J. ENDOSCOPY CENTER, L.L.C. | 640955113 - (NJ) NORTHERN NJ ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $962.00 | 1780727636 - UNION SURGERY CENTER, INC, ADVANCED ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 205205858 - (CA) UNION SURGERY CENTER INC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1211.00 | 1386650778 - NORTH BEND MEDICAL CENTER INC, NBMC-DAY SURGERY | 371843700 | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1627.00 | 1609375682 - LUTHERVILLE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 823355711 - (MD) LUTHERVILLE SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1429.00 | 1033135314 - MED ATLANTIC INC, MED ATLANTIC INC DBA UROSURGICAL CTR OF RICHMOND | 541759643 | VA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $720.00 | 1902863723 - OAK & MAIN SURGICENTER LLC | 223532371 - (NJ) OAK MAIN SURGICENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1377.00 | 1700363611 - APOLLO AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 830828395 - (MO) APOLLO AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 21811 | $1103.00 | 1225745870 - APOLLO SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 922033557 - (AZ) APOLLO SURGICAL CENTER LLC | AZ | 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 21811 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 21811 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 21811 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 21750-CPT | Moderate | Close Sternotomy Separation W/Wo Debride |
| 21811-CPT | Moderate | Once Per Dos Open Treatment Of Rib Fracture W/Internal Fixation, Includes Thoracoscopic Visualization When Performed; Unilateral 1-2 Ribs |
| 21812-CPT | Moderate | Open Treatment Of Rib Fracture(S) With Internal Fixation, Includes Thoracoscopic Visualization When Performed, Unilateral; 4-6 Ribs |
| 21813-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Rib Fracture(S) With Internal Fixation, Includes Thoracoscopic Visualization When Performed, Unilateral; 7 Or More Ribs |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 21811. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 21811 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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