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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 | 23 - Emergency Room 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 29505 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 29505 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29505 by major payers:
$106.48
$108.78
$120.09
$134.32
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CPT 29505
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Crozer-Chester Medical Center
$1,957.00Published rateJacksonville Endoscopy Centers LLC, Jacksonville Center For Endoscopy
$574.00Published ratePacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., P.C.
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., PC
$312.00Published rateCenter For Spine And Pain Medicine PC, Cspm Chattanooga Asc
Center For Spine And Pain Medici
$125.00Published rateCobblestone Surgery Center, Inc.
Cobblestone Surgery Center Inc
$79.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 29505 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 29505 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 29505 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 29435-CPT | Low | Application Of Patellar Tendon, Application Of Patellar Tendon Bearing (Ptb) Castapplication Of Patellar Tendon Bearing (Ptb) Cast |
| 29445-CPT | Low | Application Of Rigid Total Contact Leg Cast |
| 29450-CPT | Low | Application Of Clubfoot Cast W, Application Of Clubfoot Cast With Molding Or Manipulationlong Or Short Leg Application Of Clubfootcast With Molding Or Manipulation |
| 29505-CPT | Low | Application Of Long Leg Splint, Application Of Long Leg Splint (Thigh To Ankle Or Toes)Application Of Long Leg Splint (Thigh To Ankle Or Toes) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29505. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 29505 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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