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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery 62 - Co-Surgeons |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 22590 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 22590 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 22590 by major payers:

$1,943.55

$2,121.85

$2,364.87

$2,550.94
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 22590 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 22590 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 22590 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22585-CPT | Moderate | Arthrd Ant Ntrbd Min Dsc Ea, Arthrodesis Anterior Interbody Technique Including Minimal Discectomy To Prepare Interspace Other Than For Decompression Each Additional Interspace List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 22586-CPT | High | Arthrd Pre Sac Ntrbdy L5 S1, Arthrodesis Pre Sacral Interbody Technique Including Disc Space Preparation Discectomy With Posterior Instrumentation With Image Guidance Includes Bone Graft When Performed L5 S1 Interspace |
| 22590-CPT | High | Surgery To Fuse Bones In Spine, Surgery To Join Together Two Or More Back Bones With Bone Grafts Or Device Implants. The Surgery Is Done To Relieve Back Pain By Eliminating Motion Between The Back Bones. |
| 22595-CPT | High | Surgery To Fuse Bones In Spine, Surgery To Join Together Two Or More Back Bones With Bone Grafts Or Device Implants. The Surgery Is Done To Relieve Back Pain By Eliminating Motion Between The Back Bones. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 22590. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 22590 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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