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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| 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 | None 51 - Multiple procedures RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 27217 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 27217 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 27217 by major payers:

$1,228.62

$1,194.43

$1,243.47

$1,433.20
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 27217 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 27217 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 27217 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 27197-CPT | Low | Clsd Tx Pelvic Ring Fx, Closed Treatment Of Posterior Pelvic Ring Fracture S Dislocation S Diastasis Or Subluxation Of The Ilium Sacroiliac Joint And Or Sacrum With Or Without Anterior Pelvic Ring Fracture S And Or Dislocation S Of The Pubic Symphysis And Or Superior Inferior Rami Unilateral Or Bilateral Without Manipulation |
| 27198-CPT | Moderate | Clsd Tx Pelvic Ring Fx, Closed Treatment Of Posterior Pelvic Ring Fracture S Dislocation S Diastasis Or Subluxation Of The Ilium Sacroiliac Joint And Or Sacrum With Or Without Anterior Pelvic Ring Fracture S And Or Dislocation S Of The Pubic Symphysis And Or Superior Inferior Rami Unilateral Or Bilateral With Manipulation Requiring More Than Local Anesthesia Ie General Anesthesia Moderate Sedation Spinal Epidural |
| 27217-CPT | High | Treat Pelvic Ring Fracture, Open Treatment Of Anterior Pelvic Bone Fracture And Or Dislocation For Fracture Patterns That Disrupt The Pelvic Ring Unilateral Includes Internal Fixation When Performed Includes Pubic Symphysis And Or Ipsilateral Superior Inferior Rami |
| 27218-CPT | High | Treat Pelvic Ring Fracture, Open Treatment Of Posterior Pelvic Bone Fracture And Or Dislocation For Fracture Patterns That Disrupt The Pelvic Ring Unilateral Includes Internal Fixation When Performed Includes Ipsilateral Ilium Sacroiliac Joint And Or Sacrum |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 27217. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 27217 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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