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CPT 24101 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

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 24101
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 24101

National average reimbursement for CPT 24101 by major payers:

bcbs

$664.97

uhc

$674.39

aetna

$702.59

cigna

$832.23

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CPT 24101
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Mother Frances Hospital-Winnsboro

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1770633364Tax ID 75-2771569

    $6,942.00Published rate
  2. Healthone Ridge View Endoscopy Center, LLC, South Denver Endoscopy Center

    COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1871912485Tax ID 80-0688043

    $3,353.00Published rate
  3. Nhpe, LLC, New Hyde Park Endoscopy

    NYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1134665193Tax ID 47-1158058

    $2,009.00Published rate
  4. Center For Spine & Pain Medicine, PC, Cspm Ambulatory Surgery

    Center For Spine And Pain Medici

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1669428983Tax ID 34-1976829

    $1,109.00Published rate
  5. Eye Surgical Center Of Mississippi

    MSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1932207669Tax ID 20-0669972

    $650.00Published rate

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CPT 24101 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 24101 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 24101 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 24101. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 24101 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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