CPT 27501 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | • 11 - Office • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | • None • LT - Left side of body • RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 27501 by major payers:
$655.92
$680.30
$694.40
$852.75
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 27501 | $109.00 | 1033734785 - CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH ASC, LLC | 850871914 - (LA) CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH ASC LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $574.00 | 1730318353 - GARDENDALE SURGICAL ASSOCIATES, LLC | 205936644 - (AL) GARDENDALE SURGICAL ASSOCIATES | AL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $443.00 | 1841213923 - NORTH SHORE SURGI-CENTER INC | 112966356 - (NY) NORTH SHORE SURGI CENTER INC. | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $111.00 | 1578531208 - NORTHEAST ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 841665375 - (GA) NORTHEAST ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $425.00 | 1124026422 - CHARLESTON ENT ASSOCIATES, LLC, SURGERY CENTER OF CHARLESTON | 582281023 - (SC) CHARLESTON ENT ASSOCIATES, LLC | SC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $555.00 | 1962788059 - SURGCENTER OF SILVER SPRING, LLC | 452950933 - (MD) SURGCENTER OF SILVER SPRING LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $666.00 | 1164458634 - SAINT FRANCIS SURGERY CENTER, LLC, SAINT FRANCIS SURGERY CENTER | 61641562 - (TN) SAINT FRANCIS SURGERY CENTER LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $403.20 | 1336523539 - KARA DOUCET | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | IN | Nurse Practitioner (363L00000X) |
United | 27501 | $200.00 | 1912547746 - PORT ARTHUR SURGICAL CENTER, LLC, GULF COAST SURGERY CENTER | 843158723 - (TX) PORT ARTHUR SURGICAL CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $850.00 | 1508276080 - OHIO SPECIALTY SURGICAL SUITES, LLC | 464078247 - (OH) OHIO SPECIALTY SURGICAL SUITES LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $349.00 | 1104373315 - BRENTWOOD SURGERY CENTER, LLC, BRENTWOOD SURGERY CENTER | 200533890 | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $76.00 | 1902020522 - ROME SURGICAL CENTER, P.C. | 208847972 - (GA) ROME SURGICAL CENTER PC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $238.00 | 1053366930 - ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 342045695 - (NE) ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER, LLC | NE | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $271.00 | 1538389812 - IRONBOUND ENDO SURGICAL CENTER, INC. | 223651393 | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 27501 | $403.20 | 1952544991 - ALISSA WORSTELL | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | IN | Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (367500000X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 27501 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 27501 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 27501 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 27500-CPT | Moderate | Clo Tx Femoral Shaft Fx W/O Manip |
| 27501-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatment Of Supracondylar Or Transcondylar Femoral Fracture With Or Without Intercondylar Extension, Without Manipulation |
| 27503-CPT | High | Closed Treatment Of Supracondylar Or Transcondylar Femoral Fracture With Or Without Intercondylar Extension, With Manipulation, With Or Without Skin Or Skeletal Traction |
| 27506-CPT | High | Open Treatment Of Femoral Shaft Fracture, With Or Without External Fixation, With Insertion Of Intramedullary Implant, With Or Without Cerclage And/Or Locking Screws |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 27501. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 27501 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
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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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