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CPT 22999 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 2026

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.

Unlisted Procedure, Abdomen, Musculoskeletal System
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery

Complexity LevelHigh

National average reimbursement for CPT 22999 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,449.37

uhc

$154.80

aetna

$1,419.12

cigna

$1,267.50

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For billing codeCPT 22999
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United
22999$118.001659340404 - LITTLE ROCK SURGERY CENTER, LLC203687986 - (AR) LITTLE ROCK SURGERY CENTERARAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$82.001104829597 - HOGAN SURGICAL CENTER, P. A.300399671 - (MS) HOGAN SURGICAL CENTER P AMSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$506.001821421256 - MONOCACY SURGERY CENTER LLC462861862 - (MD) MONOCACY SURGERY CENTERMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$110.001205800752 - MEDICAL EYE ASSOCIATES, INC.581606296GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$120.001720129893 - PACIFIC GASTROENTEROLOGY ENDOSCOPY CENTER330898866CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$557.001396700159 - DOCTORS SAME DAY SURGERY CENTER, LTD621614361 - (FL) DOCTORS SAME DAY SURGERY CENTER LTDFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$939.981205030731 - PIERCE STREET SAME DAY SURGERY, LC, PIERCE STREET SAME DAY SURGERY, LC205895205 - (IA) PIERCE STREET SAME DAY SURGERYIAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$225.001801825880 - SURGERY CENTER AT RIVER ROAD, LLC, AESTHETIC SURGERY AT HACIENDA DEL SOL760824670 - (AZ) SURGERY CENTER AT RIVER ROAD, LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$150.001619920501 - CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH364532301 - (IL) THE CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH, LLCILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$1051.001801058292 - METROPOLITAN SURGICAL INSTITUTE, LLC204513856 - (NJ) METROPOLITAN SURGICAL INSTITUTENJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$59.001801110275 - GA PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER, LLC271069156 - (GA) GA PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER LLCGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$395.001902228455 - PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES WASHINGTON, PROVIDENCE SURGERY AND PROCEDURE CENTER881232814 - (WA) PROVIDENCE SURGERY AND PROCEDURE CENTER LLCWAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$650.001972572964 - CENTRAL ILLINOIS SURGERY CENTER, LLC370661199 - DECATUR MEMORIAL HOSPITALILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$175.001225627094 - GEORGIA INTERVENTIONAL PAIN851355715 - (GA) GEORGIA INTERVENTIONAL PAINGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
22999$117.001881147965 - ULNA SURGERY CENTER LLC813050347 - (GA) ULNA SURGERY CENTER LLCGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 22999 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 22999 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 22999 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
22900-CPTModerateExcision, Tumor, Soft Tissue Of Abdominal Wall, Subfascial (E.G., Intramuscular); Less Than 5 Cm
22901-CPTModerateExc Tumor Soft Tissue Abdl Wall Subfascial 5 Cm
22902-CPTModerateExc Tumor Soft Tissue Abdominal Wall Subq 3cm
22999-CPTHighUnlisted Procedure, Abdomen, Musculoskeletal System

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 22999. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 22999 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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