CPT 25526 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • RT - Right side of body • LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
National average reimbursement for CPT 25526 by major payers:
$1,255.03
$1,315.21
$1,340.12
$1,627.62
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 25526 | $2784.00 | 1841368867 - DUBLIN EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 202788445 - (GA) DUBLIN EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $3489.00 | 1013309459 - MELBOURNE SURGERY CENTER, LLC, MELBOURNE SURGERY CENTER | 582101921 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $6087.00 | 1881969269 - SURGERY CENTRE OF SW FLORIDA LLC, CAPE HEALTH SURGERY CENTER | 454068750 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $6365.00 | 1992992994 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $1339.00 | 1447366224 - WEST MICHIGAN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 371509502 - (MI) MICHIGAN PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS PC | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $2845.00 | 1619998648 - PAIN CARE CENTER BOISE, LLC, PAIN CARE BOISE | 200197438 - (ID) PAIN CARE CENTER BOISE, L.L.C. | ID | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $1450.00 | 1275564346 - CEDAR OAKS SURGERY CENTER LLC | 450528697 - (MO) CEDAR OAKS SURGERY CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $2681.00 | 1184689408 - EVERGREEN EYE CENTER, PLLC, EYE ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST SURGERY CENTER | 911610832 - (WA) EYE ASSOCIATES NORTHWEST, PLLC | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $4574.00 | 1033177373 - SURGICARE OF LA VETA LTD, LAVETA SURGERY CENTER | 752507129 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $7888.00 | 1659793040 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $6588.00 | 1497165179 - SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE, LLC, MOUNTAIN VIEW SURGERY CENTER OF PHOENIX | 731553441 - (AZ) SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $3573.00 | 1518004696 - CENTURY CITY ENDOSCOPY, LLC | 954754975 - (CA) CENTURY CITY ENDOSCOPY LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $6588.00 | 1558794081 - SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE, LLC | 731553441 - (AZ) SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $5105.00 | 1174708390 - ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LLC, ORTHOPAEDIC & SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER | 263119034 - (CT) ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 25526 | $2700.00 | 1821560434 - SUNSET PAIN SURGERY CENTER | 832872516 - (NV) SUNSET PAIN SURGERY CENTER | NV | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 25526 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 25526 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 25526 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 25520-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatment Of Radial Shaft Fracture And Closed Treatment Of Dislocation Of Distal Radioulnar Joint (Galeazzi Fracture/Dislocation) |
| 25525-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Radial Shaft Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed, And Closed Treatment Of Distal Radioulnar Joint Dislocation (Galeazzi Fracture/ Dislocation), Includes Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation, When Performed |
| 25526-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Radial Shaft Fracture, Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed, And Open Treatment Of Distal Radioulnar Joint Dislocation (Galeazzi Fracture/ Dislocation), Includes Internal Fixation, When Performed, Includes Repair Of Triangular Fibrocartilage |
| 25574-CPT | Moderate | Open Rad/Ulna Shaft Fix Rador Ulna |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 25526. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 25526 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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