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CPT 24940 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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.

Cineplasty Upper Extrem Complete
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 24940
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 24940

National average reimbursement for CPT 24940 by major payers:

bcbs

$3,913.72

uhc

$1,504.23

aetna

$1,291.20

cigna

$1,797.43

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CPT 24940
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Orthoarizona Surgery Center Gilbert, LLC, Orthoarizona Surgery Center Gilbert

    Orthoarizona Surgery Center Gilbert LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1629559208Tax ID 82-3624585

    $7,888.00Published rate
  2. Heart Of Texas Surgery Center PLLC, Waco Center Of Surgical Arts

    Heart Of Texas Surgery Center PLLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1407206972Tax ID 81-1843636

    $3,765.00Published rate
  3. Alabama Eye Surgery Center LLC

    ALAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1306320338Tax ID 81-4662532

    $2,058.00Published rate
  4. Plastic Surgery Specialists, PC

    Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C.

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1538109384Tax ID 52-1357688

    $1,704.00Published rate
  5. Bay Area Endoscopy Center Limited Partnership

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1013011162Tax ID 59-3213374

    $360.00Published rate

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CPT 24940 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 24940 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 24940 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
24900-CPTHighAmputate Arm Thru Hum-Primary Clos
24920-CPTModerateAmput,Arm Thru Humerus;Opn,Circular
24925-CPTModerateAmputat Arm Through Humerus; Second Closur Or Scar Revisn, Amputation Arm Through Humerus; Secondary Closure Or Scar Revision
24940-CPTHighCineplasty Upper Extrem Complete

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 24940. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 24940 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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