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CPT 26030 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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.

Drain Palm Bursa Mult/Complicated
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 26030
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 26030

National average reimbursement for CPT 26030 by major payers:

bcbs

$676.19

uhc

$661.35

aetna

$685.98

cigna

$814.98

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CPT 26030
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. South Campus Surgery Center

    INAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1659519684Tax ID 35-2038072

    $3,994.00Published rate
  2. Minnesota Eye Laser & Surgery Centers, LLC, Minnesota Eye Laser & Surgery Centers

    Minnesota Eye Laser Surgery Centers LLC

    MNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1316379647Tax ID 46-0505033

    $993.00Published rate
  3. Surgery Center Of Southern Oregon, LLC

    Surgery Center Of Southern Oregon, L.L.C.

    ORAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1841286267Tax ID 93-1189291

    $798.00Published rate
  4. Wilmington Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center, Inc

    Wilmington Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center Inc

    NCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1295948339Tax ID 46-3956703

    $523.00Published rate
  5. Msc Ambulatory Surgical Center

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1710032842Tax ID 20-2155076

    $341.00Published rate

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CPT 26030 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 26030 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 26030 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
26010-CPTModerateDrain Finger Abscess
26020-CPTModerateDrain Tendon Sheath Digit/Palm
26025-CPTModerateI & D Palmar Bursa;Single,Ulnaror Radia
26030-CPTModerateDrain Palm Bursa Mult/Complicated

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 26030. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 26030 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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