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CPT 25900 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.

Amputate Forearm-Thru Radius + Ulna
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 LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 25900
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 25900

National average reimbursement for CPT 25900 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,018.29

uhc

$989.81

aetna

$989.70

cigna

$1,196.59

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CPT 25900
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Pearland Surgery Center, LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1184922353Tax ID 27-0289493

    $8,087.00Published rate
  2. Aria Health Bucks County Spu

    Jefferson Health-Northeast

    PAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1932234853Tax ID 23-0596940

    $5,654.00Published rate
  3. Premier Asc LLC, Premier Orthopaedic Surgery Center

    TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1114291440Tax ID 35-2433859

    $3,042.00Published rate
  4. Lynn Eye Surgery Center, LLC, Lynn Eye Surgery Center

    Lynn Eye Surgery Center LLC

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1255472841Tax ID 77-0048452

    $1,936.00Published rate
  5. West Des Moines Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC, Westown Ambulatory Center

    West Des Moines Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    IAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1083638647Tax ID 42-1469883

    $901.00Published rate

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CPT 25900 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 25900 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 25900 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
25900-CPTHighAmputate Forearm-Thru Radius + Ulna
25905-CPTHighAmputat Forearm Through Radius & Ulna; Open Circular (Guilloti, Amputation Forearm Through Radius And Ulna; Open Circular (Guilloti
25907-CPTModerateAmputat Forearm Through Radius & Ulna; Second Closur Or Sca, Amputation Forearm Through Radius And Ulna; Secondary Closure Or Sca
25909-CPTModerateAmputation,Forearm Thru Radius & Ulna;Re

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 25900. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 25900 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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