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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.
Remove Noncancerous Growth, Surgery To Remove A Pocket Of Fluid (Cyst) Or A Noncancerous Growth (Tumor) From The Collarbone Or Shoulder Blade. The Procedure Repairs The Bone With A Graft.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 23146 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 23146 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 23146 by major payers:
$852.35
$836.35
$844.57
$1,024.82
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CPT 23146
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Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
$9,098.00Published rateOptum Care Washington PLLC, The Edmonds Surgery Center
The Everett Clinic, PLLC
$2,718.00Published rateSan Antonio Tx Endoscopy Asc Lp, San Antonio Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center
San Antonio Tx Endoscopy Asc Lp
$2,141.00Published rateMadison Physician Surgery Center, LLC, Madison Physicians Surgery Center, LLC
Madison Physician Surgery Center LLC
$1,300.00Published rateFt Myers Digestive Health And Pain Asc LLC, Center For Digestive Health And Pain Management
Ft Myers Digestive Health And Pain Asc LLC
$568.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 23146 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 23146 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 23146 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 23140-CPT | Moderate | Xcision/Curettag Of Bone Cyst Or Bnign Tumor Of Clavicl Or Scap, Excision Or Curettage Of Bone Cyst Or Benign Tumor Of Clavicle Or Scap |
| 23145-CPT | Moderate | Remove Noncancerous Growth, Surgery To Remove A Pocket Of Fluid (Cyst) Or A Noncancerous Growth (Tumor) From The Collarbone Or Shoulder Blade. The Procedure Repairs The Bone With A Graft. |
| 23146-CPT | Moderate | Remove Noncancerous Growth, Surgery To Remove A Pocket Of Fluid (Cyst) Or A Noncancerous Growth (Tumor) From The Collarbone Or Shoulder Blade. The Procedure Repairs The Bone With A Graft. |
| 23150-CPT | Moderate | Remove Noncancerous Growth, Surgery To Remove A Pocket Of Fluid (Cyst) Or A Noncancerous Growth (Tumor) From An Upper Arm Bone (Humerus). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 23146. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 23146 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
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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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