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CPT 24000 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.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

LT - Left side of body

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 24000
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 24000

National average reimbursement for CPT 24000 by major payers:

bcbs

$637.76

uhc

$641.57

aetna

$666.44

cigna

$788.54

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CPT 24000
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Surgicare LLC

    INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1346210259Tax ID 35-1975122

    $5,000.00Published rate
  2. Surgicare Of Miramar LLC

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1376779561Tax ID 20-8552194

    $3,623.00Published rate
  3. Endo Surgi Center Of Old Bridge LLC

    Endo-Surgi Center Of Old Bridge, LLC

    NJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1801987805Tax ID 22-3679920

    $3,350.00Published rate
  4. Snowden River Surgery Center LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1447258603Tax ID 20-0946902

    $1,623.00Published rate
  5. Wake Endoscopy Center, LLC

    NCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1497084982Tax ID 61-1578919

    $1,122.00Published rate

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CPT 24000 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 24000 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 24000 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
24000-CPTModerateArthrotomy Elbow Including E, Arthrotomy Elbow Including Exploration Drainage Orremoval Of Foreign Body Arthrotomy Elbow Including Exploration Drainage Or
24006-CPTModerateArthrotomy Of The Elbow W/ Capsulr Xcision For Capsulr Rlease, Arthrotomy Of The Elbow With Capsular Excision For Capsular Release (
24100-CPTModerateElbow Surgery, Surgery To Explore The Elbow Joint And Remove A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). The Procedure May Include Removing Bone Chips Or Loose Cartilage.
24101-CPTModerateArthrotomy Elbow With Joint, Arthrotomy Elbow With Joint Exploration With Orwithoutbiopsy With Or Without Removal Arthrotom Y Elbow With Joint Exploration With Or Without

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 24000. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 24000 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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