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CPT 27252 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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.

Closed Treatment Of Hip Disloc, Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Requiringanesthesia Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Requiring
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

23 - Emergency Room

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 27252
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 27252

National average reimbursement for CPT 27252 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,063.67

uhc

$1,016.86

aetna

$1,045.80

cigna

$1,255.12

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CPT 27252
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. St Vincent Hospital-Hospital Sisters-Third Order Of St Francis, Prevea Surgery Center

    St Vincent Hospital-Hospital Sisters-Third Order Of St Francis

    WIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1629738471Tax ID 39-0817529

    $2,394.00Published rate
  2. Surgery Center Of Scottsdale LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1396174454Tax ID 73-1553441

    $934.00Published rate
  3. Brentwood Surgery Center, LLC, Brentwood Surgery Center

    TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1104373315Tax ID 20-0533890

    $636.00Published rate
  4. Summit Ambulatory Surgical Center, LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1003004482Tax ID 52-2148280

    $430.00Published rate
  5. Oaks Surgery Center Lp

    Oaks Surgery Center Lp The Oak

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1922104710Tax ID 75-3019861

    $325.00Published rate

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CPT 27252 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 27252 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 27252 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
27235-CPTHighPercutaneous Skeletal Fixation, Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation Of Femoral Fracture Proximalend Neck Undisplaced Mildly Displaced Or Impacted Fracture
27250-CPTModerateClosed Treatment Of Hip Disloc, Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Withoutanesthesia Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Without
27252-CPTHighClosed Treatment Of Hip Disloc, Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Requiringanesthesia Closed Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Requiring
27254-CPTHighOpen Treatment Of Hip Dislocat, Open Treatment Of Hip Dislocation Traumatic Withacetabular Wall And Femoral Head Fracture With Orwithout Internal Or External Fixation

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 27252. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 27252 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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