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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 27050 is classified under Surgery, in the Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System subgroup.
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).
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 21Inpatient Hospital 24Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | RTRight side of body ASPA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery LTLeft side of body |
| Hospital Outpatient Group (APC) | APC 5112 - Level 2 Musculoskeletal Procedures |
| Surgery Center Payment (ASC) | A2 - Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight |
| Common Revenue Codes | 03600361 |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $399.81 national non-facility rate (2026)View Medicare rates for 27050 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $316.13 median of the 8 states in the free previewView Medicaid rates for 27050 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 27050 by major payers:
$543.73
BCBS / Anthem
$525.86
UnitedHealthcare
$543.87
Aetna
$674.92
Cigna
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 27050 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The table lists codes related to 27050. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 27050-CPT | 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 | Exploratory Surgery Of The Hip, Surgery To Explore A Hip Joint. The Procedure Removes A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 27054-CPT | Removal Of Lining Of Hip Joint, Exploration Of Hip Joint. The Procedure Includes Removal Of Inflamed Joint Lining To Alleviate Pain. |
| 27057-CPT | Surgery Ease Tissue Pressure, Surgery To Cut Fascia (Strong Connective Tissue That Surrounds Muscle Bone And Organs) In Buttock Or Pelvic Area; To Relieve Pressure From Swelling In A Confined Body Area (Compartment Syndrome). This Serious Condition Can Lead To Tissue Death Or Amputation. |
What is a fee schedule?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What APC is CPT 27050 assigned to?
Medicare's hospital outpatient payment system (OPPS) assigns CPT 27050 to APC 5112 (Level 2 Musculoskeletal Procedures). An APC groups outpatient services that Medicare pays at the same base rate.
How does Medicare pay for CPT 27050 in an ambulatory surgery center?
CMS lists CPT 27050 with ASC payment indicator A2: Paid separately, from the OPPS relative weight.
Which revenue codes are billed with CPT 27050?
Hospital price transparency files list CPT 27050 under these revenue codes: 0360 and 0361. A revenue code names the hospital department or charge category for the line; it does not change what the service is.