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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.
Immobilize By Taping Or A Cast, Treatment To Support A Body Area (Arm Leg Chest Back) By Taping It To The Body Or Applying A Cast.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 29799 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 29799 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29799 by major payers:
$575.54
$81.76
$76.69
$296.20
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CPT 29799
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Carolina Regional Surgery Center. Ltd
Carolina Regional Surgery Center Ltd
$2,491.00Published rateSummit Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC
$574.00Published rateEdwardsville Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
$398.00Published rateHospital Drive Surgery Center, LLC
Hospital Drive Surgery Center
$200.00Published rateSouthern Ohio Eye Surgery Center, LLC
Southern Ohio Eye Surgery Center LLC
$65.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 29799 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 29799 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 29799 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 |
| 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) |
| 29799-CPT | Moderate | Immobilize By Taping Or A Cast, Treatment To Support A Body Area (Arm Leg Chest Back) By Taping It To The Body Or Applying A Cast. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29799. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 29799 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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