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CPT 23065 Fee Schedule

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.

Biopsy Of Tissue Under Skin, A Procedure To Remove A Sample Of Soft Tissue From Near The Skin Surface For Testing (Biopsy).
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

None

Common Modifiers

None

51 - Multiple procedures

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 23065
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 23065

National average reimbursement for CPT 23065 by major payers:

bcbs

$294.05

uhc

$288.33

aetna

$295.71

cigna

$355.73

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CPT 23065
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  1. Newport Beach Endoscopy Center, LLC

    Newport Beach Endoscopy Center LLC

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1558328096Tax ID 77-0368744

    $1,392.00Published rate
  2. Old Tesson Surgery Center, L.P., Old Tesson Surgery Center

    Old Tesson Surgery Center Lp

    MOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1104082692Tax ID 26-2876334

    $953.00Published rate
  3. Perimeter Center For Outpatient Surgery Lp

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1487625802Tax ID 58-1978405

    $500.00Published rate
  4. Eye Surgery Center Of New Albany, LLC, Novamed Eye Surgery Center Of New Albany, LLC

    Eye Surgery Center Of New Albany LLC

    INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1053319053Tax ID 36-4148241

    $371.00Published rate
  5. Harvard Surgery Center LLC

    LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1760658256Tax ID 20-8147301

    $235.00Published rate

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CPT 23065 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 23065 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 23065 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
23065-CPTModerateBiopsy Of Tissue Under Skin, A Procedure To Remove A Sample Of Soft Tissue From Near The Skin Surface For Testing (Biopsy).
23066-CPTModerateBiopsy Soft Tissue Shoulder Deep
23071-CPTModerateXcision Tumor Sft Tissue Of Shlder Area Subcutane 3 Cm Or G, Excision Tumor Soft Tissue Of Shoulder Area Subcutaneous; 3 Cm Or G
23073-CPTModerateXcision Tumor Sft Tissue Of Shlder Area Subfasci (Eg Myomecto, Excision Tumor Soft Tissue Of Shoulder Area Subfascial (Eg Intramu

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 23065. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 23065 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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