CPT 22850 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 • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 22850 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 22850 by major payers:
$905.16
$981.78
$1,053.51
$1,219.81
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 22850 | $6588.00 | 1295324721 - UROLOGY ASC- PHOENIX, LLC, UROLOGIC SURGERY CENTER OF ARIZONA | 320586987 | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $4750.00 | 1649871450 - ADVANCED HEART AND VEIN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 844546684 - (CO) ADVANCED HEART AND VEIN SURGERY CENTER LLC | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $8922.00 | 1720118102 - CENTRAL LOUISIANA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 264732898 - (LA) CENTRAL LOUISIANA SURGICAL HOSPITAL, LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $5625.00 | 1477519130 - SURGICARE OF MINNEAPOLIS LTD, SURGICAL SPECIALTY CENTER OF MINNESOTA | 411624905 | MN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $4179.00 | 1093230450 - CENTER FOR UROLOGIC SURGERY LLC | 822344535 - (MO) CENTER FOR UROLOGIC SURGERY LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $3900.00 | 1316603699 - HEATHROW SURGERY CENTER LLC | 851780627 - (FL) HEATHROW SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $2153.00 | 1912476367 - DIGESTIVE HEALTH SPECIALISTS, PA | 561242980 - (NC) DIGESTIVE HEALTH SPECIALISTS, P.A. | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $1782.00 | 1477586576 - BUFFALO AMBULATORY SERVICES, INC, BUFFALO AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | 161348390 - (NY) BUFFALO AMBULATORY SERVICES, INC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $3454.00 | 1023043445 - AESTHETIC EYE ASSOCIATES, PS, ALLURE LASER CENTER & MEDISPA | 911577091 | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $1926.00 | 1013924133 - TRINITY DEVELOPMENT, LLC, SOUTH ALABAMA OUTPATIENT SERVICES | 721376946 - (AL) TRINITY DEVELOPMENT LLC | AL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $5797.00 | 1942472931 - SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, LLC | 261572774 - (MD) SURGCENTER OF GLEN BURNIE, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $1521.00 | 1144482753 - CLARKSVILLE EYE SURGERY CENTER | 261815638 - (TN) CLARKSVILLE EYE SURGERY CENTER | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $2027.00 | 1821064031 - PIEDMONT DAY SURGERY CENTER INC | 541514162 | VA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $2720.00 | 1629409578 - PAIN CENTER OF WYOMING VALLEY, LLC | 462023592 - (PA) PAIN CENTER OF WYOMING VALLEY LLC | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 22850 | $2105.00 | 1972568830 - FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER, L.P., FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER | 621551098 - (AL) FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER LP | AL | 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 22850 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 22850 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 22850 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22848-CPT | Moderate | Pelvic Fixation (Attachment Of Caudal End Of Instrumentation To Pelvic Bony Structures) Other Than Sacrum (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
| 22850-CPT | Moderate | Remv Nonseg.Instrument-Harrngtn Rod |
| 22852-CPT | Moderate | Removal Post Segmental Instrument |
| 22853-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Of Interbody Biomechanical Device(S) (Egsynthetic Cage Mesh) With Integral Anterior With Integral Anterior Instrumentation For Device An- Choring (Eg Screws Flanges) When Performed To Intervertebral Disc Space In Conjunction With In- Terbody Arthrodesis Each Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Pro- Cedure |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 22850. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 22850 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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