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CPT 25446 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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.

Arthroplst W/ Prosthet Replac; Distal Radius & Partial Or, Arthroplasty With Prosthetic Replacement; Distal Radius And Partial Or
Key FactDetail
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

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 25446
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 25446

National average reimbursement for CPT 25446 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,599.33

uhc

$1,587.57

aetna

$1,600.05

cigna

$1,922.60

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CPT 25446
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Northwest Spine And Laser Surgery Center LLC

    ORAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1578817078Tax ID 45-5055997

    $19,250.00Published rate
  2. The Maryland Center For Digestive Health LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1952333882Tax ID 47-0856276

    $9,510.00Published rate
  3. Central Jersey Ambulatory Surgical Center, LLC

    Central Jersey Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    NJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1043297872Tax ID 22-3669777

    $5,539.00Published rate
  4. Park Ventura Endoscopy Center, LLC, Digestive Health Center Of Plano

    Park Ventura Endoscopy Center LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1497724942Tax ID 41-2059014

    $2,180.00Published rate
  5. Outpatient Surgical Care Ltd

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1073579256Tax ID 86-0525610

    $833.00Published rate

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CPT 25446 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 25446 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 25446 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
25443-CPTHighArthroplst W/ Prosthet Replac; Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular), Arthroplasty With Prosthetic Replacement; Scaphoid Carpal (Navicular)
25444-CPTHighWrist Joint Replacement, Surgery To Replace Worn Out Ends Of Wrist Joint With An Artificial Part (Prosthesis).
25445-CPTHighArthropl.W/Prosth Replac;Trapezium
25446-CPTHighArthroplst W/ Prosthet Replac; Distal Radius & Partial Or, Arthroplasty With Prosthetic Replacement; Distal Radius And Partial Or

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 25446. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 25446 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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