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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 28436 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 28436 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 28436 by major payers:
$649.86
$613.43
$641.51
$790.42
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CPT 28436
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Countryside Surgery Center, Ltd
Countryside Surgery Center Ltd
$6,651.00Published rateFlorida Springs Surgery Center LLC
Florida Springs Surgery Center L
$2,353.00Published ratePlainfield Surgery Center, LLC
Plainfield Surgery Center LLC
$1,690.00Published rateUnity Linden Oaks Surgery Center, LLC
$1,169.00Published rateNorthwest Kansas Surgery Center, LLC
Northwest Kansas Surgery Center LLC
$598.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 28436 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 28436 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 28436 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 28430-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatment Of Talus Frac, Closed Treatment Of Talus Fracture Without Manipulationclosed Treatment Of Talus Fracture Without Manipulation |
| 28435-CPT | Moderate | Closed Treatment Of Talus Frac, Closed Treatment Of Talus Fracture With Manipulationclosed Treatment Of Talus Fracture With Manipulation |
| 28436-CPT | Moderate | Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation, Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation Of Talus Fracture Withmanipulation Percutaneous Skeletal Fixation Of Talus Fracture With |
| 28445-CPT | High | Surgery To Repair Broken Ankle, Surgery To Repair A Broken Ankle Bone (Talus). Pins Wires Or Screws May Be Used To Hold The Bone In Place. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 28436. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 28436 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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