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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 | 11 - Office 20 - Urgent Care Facility 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 29049 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 29049 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29049 by major payers:
$122.59
$124.34
$128.59
$156.45
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CPT 29049
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Leigh Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC
Leigh Orthopedic Surgery Center LLC
$887.00Published rateBoise Endoscopy Center, LLC, Canyon County Endoscopy Center
Boise Endoscopy Center LLC
$500.00Published rateHighline South Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC, Highline South Ambulatory Surgery Center
Highline South Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
$273.00Published rateCenter For Spine Interventions Asc 2
$140.00Published rateEndo-Surgical Center Of Florida
Endosurgical Center Of Florida
$49.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 29049 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 29049 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 29049 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 29046-CPT | Moderate | Shoulder-To-Hip Body Cast, Application Of A Body Cast That Fully Encases The Trunk From Shoulder To Hips. The Cast May Extend To One Or Both Thighs Or The Head As Well. |
| 29049-CPT | Low | Cast Figure Of Eight |
| 29055-CPT | Moderate | Application;Shoulder Spica |
| 29365-CPT | Low | Application Of Cylinder Cast (, Application Of Cylinder Cast (Thigh To Ankle)Application Of Cylinder Cast (Thigh To Ankle) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29049. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 29049 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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