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CPT 26474 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

F2 - Left hand, third digit

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 26474
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 26474

National average reimbursement for CPT 26474 by major payers:

bcbs

$844.63

uhc

$818.28

aetna

$869.67

cigna

$1,049.59

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CPT 26474
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Memorial Hermann Endoscopy Center North Freeway LLC, Memorial Hermann Endoscopy Center North Loop

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1003127606Tax ID 27-2800702

    $2,480.00Published rate
  2. Tampa Bay Joint And Spine, LLC, Tampa Bay Joint And Spine Surgery Center

    Tampa Bay Joint And Spine LLC

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1063092047Tax ID 85-1259146

    $1,258.00Published rate
  3. Rads Of America, LLC, Premier Radiology Pain Management Center

    Rads Of America LLC

    TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1619071214Tax ID 20-0597581

    $932.00Published rate
  4. Acadiana Surgery Center, Inc.

    Acadiana Surgery Center Inc

    LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1871593269Tax ID 72-1235496

    $685.00Published rate
  5. Triad Surgery Center LLC

    OKAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1205439650Tax ID 47-3510624

    $461.00Published rate

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CPT 26474 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 26474 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 26474 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
26455-CPTModerateTenotomy Flexor Finger Open
26460-CPTModerateTenotomy Extensor Hand Or Fi, Tenotomy Extensor Hand Or Finger Open Each Tendontenotomy Extensor Hand Or Finger Open Each Tendon
26471-CPTModerateTenodesis Pip Stabilization
26474-CPTModerateTenodesis; For Distal Joint Stabilizatio

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 26474. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 26474 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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