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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.
Arthrotomy Hip Including Exp, Arthrotomy Hip Including Exploration Or Removal Of Looseor Foreign Body Arthrotomy Hip Including Exploration Or Removal Of Loose
| 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 | RT - Right side of body None LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 27033 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 27033 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 27033 by major payers:
$1,285.12
$1,318.39
$1,336.29
$1,592.40
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CPT 27033
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Sacramento Midtown Endoscopy Center, LLC
$7,044.00Published rateLakeside Endoscopy Center LLC
Lakeside Endoscopy Center, LLC
$3,669.00Published rateMinnesota Vascular Surgery Center
$2,900.00Published rateTri-Cities Endoscopy Center PC, The Center For Digestive Wellness
Tricities Endoscopy Center PC
$2,100.00Published rateThree Rivers Endoscopy Center, Inc.
Three Rivers Endoscopy Center Inc
$745.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 27033 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 27033 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 27033 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 27030-CPT | High | Arthrotomy,Hip,For Infec,W/Drainage |
| 27033-CPT | High | Arthrotomy Hip Including Exp, Arthrotomy Hip Including Exploration Or Removal Of Looseor Foreign Body Arthrotomy Hip Including Exploration Or Removal Of Loose |
| 27050-CPT | Moderate | Joint Surgery Base Of Spine, Surgery To Explore The Joint At The Base Of The Spine (Sacroiliac Joint). The Procedure Includes Removing A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 27052-CPT | Moderate | Exploratory Surgery Of The Hip, Surgery To Explore A Hip Joint. The Procedure Removes A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 27033. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 27033 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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