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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Insert Pelvic Fixationdevice, Pelvic Fixation (Attachment Of Caudal End Of Instrumentation To Pelvic Bony Structures) Other Than Sacrum (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
| 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 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 22848 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 22848 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 22848 by major payers:
$465.98
$497.51
$559.70
$589.31
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CPT 22848
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Aurora Gi Asc LLC, Wisconsin Digestive Health Center
Aurora Gi Asc LLC
$1,528.00Published rateDenver Mid-Town Surgery Center Ltd
Denver Midtown Surgery Center Ltd
$906.00Published ratePacific Cataract And Laser Institute Inc PC
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., PC
$300.00Published rateFamily Surgery Center, LLC
Family Surgery Center LLC
$125.00Published rateExecutive Endoscopy, Inc, Endoscopy Center Of San Jose
Executive Endoscopy Inc
$91.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 22848 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 22848 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 22848 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22845-CPT | Moderate | Insert Spine Fixation Device, Surgical Placement Of Spine Device To Correct Abnormal Curvature; Multiple Vertebrae (Back Bones) Are Involved. |
| 22846-CPT | Moderate | Insert Spine Fixation Device, Surgical Placement Of Spine Device To Correct Abnormal Curvature; Multiple Vertebrae (Back Bones) Are Involved. |
| 22847-CPT | High | Insert Spine Fixation Device, Anterior Instrumentation; 8 Or More Vertebral Segments (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
| 22848-CPT | Moderate | Insert Pelvic Fixationdevice, Pelvic Fixation (Attachment Of Caudal End Of Instrumentation To Pelvic Bony Structures) Other Than Sacrum (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 22848. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 22848 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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