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CPT 29125 Fee Schedule

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 FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System

Common Place of Service

23 - Emergency Room

11 - Office

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 29125
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 29125

National average reimbursement for CPT 29125 by major payers:

bcbs

$83.47

uhc

$85.48

aetna

$94.14

cigna

$104.21

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CPT 29125
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. St Lukes Community Development Corporation, St Lukes Sugar Land Hospital

    St Lukes Community Development Corporation-Sugar Land

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1659559573Tax ID 26-1947374

    $2,749.00Published rate
  2. Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1174533343Tax ID 75-0972805

    $1,400.00Published rate
  3. David Clause

    Opelousas Orthopaedic Clinic

    LAOrthopaedic Surgery PhysicianNPI 1295734465Tax ID 72-0720053

    $102.47Published rate
  4. Roch Hontas

    LAOrthopaedic Surgery PhysicianNPI 1659466845Tax ID 72-0478620

    $71.08Published rate
  5. Southern Orthopaedic Specialists Apmc

    Southern Orthopaedic Specialists, Inc., A Medical Corporation

    LAOrthopaedic Surgery PhysicianNPI 1326090077Tax ID 72-0848728

    $55.13Published rate

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CPT 29125 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes

The CPT 29125 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 29125 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
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29105-CPTLowApplication Of Long Arm Splint, Application Of Long Arm Splint (Shoulder To Hand)Application Of Long Arm Splint (Shoulder To Hand)
29125-CPTLowApplication Of Short Arm Splin, Application Of Short Arm Splint (Forearm To Hand)Staticapplication Of Short Arm Splint (Forearm To Hand) Static
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What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29125. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 29125 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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