CPT 29877 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System |
| Common Place of Service | • 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • RT - Right side of body • LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 29877 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29877 by major payers:
$841.32
$835.95
$910.89
$1,045.75
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 29877 | $4461.00 | 1528049855 - CENTER FOR AESTHETIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE EYELID AND ORBITAL SURGERY, CAREOS | 844484446 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $3458.00 | 1275067068 - UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA HEALTH CLINICS AND SURGERY CENTER, INC, UMHCSC ASC EPISODIC BUNDLE | 465444821 - (MN) UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA HEALTH CLINICS AND SURGERY CENTER INC | MN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $6285.00 | 1326424144 - IU HEALTH EAST WASHINGTON AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, EAST WASHINGTON SURGERY CENTER | 352072586 | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $3570.00 | 1275292229 - SCOTTSDALE ENDOSCOPY ASC LLC | 873952617 | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $2346.00 | 1962676304 - 32ND STREET SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 261339811 - (MO) 32ND STREET SURGERY CENTER, L.L.C. | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $3500.00 | 1518154517 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $1870.00 | 1518107937 - ALICIA SURGERY CENTER LLC | 262186548 - (CA) ALICIA SURGERY CENTER | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $497.44 | 1528016227 - SUSAN CHINWORTH-MARTIG | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | WA | Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (367500000X) |
United | 29877 | $3623.00 | 1366449571 - SHORE OUTPATIENT SURGICENTER LLC | 582252127 - (NJ) SHORE OUTPATIENT SURGICENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $1563.00 | 1083601298 - LAHAYE CENTER FOR ADVANCED EYE CARE, APMC, LAHAYE EYE CLINIC | 720988221 - (LA) LAHAYE EYE CLINIC, P.C. | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $6904.00 | 1396175246 - MEMORIAL HERMANN BAY AREA ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC, BAY AREA ENDOSCOPY | 364773048 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $1358.00 | 1497068761 - CARNEGIE HILL ENDOSCOPY LLC | 270385539 - (NY) CARNEGIE HILL ENDOSCOPY LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $2010.00 | 1679963912 - FERTILITY LAB SCIENCES OF ORANGE COUNTY, LLC | 464731184 - (CA) FERTILITY LAB SCIENCES OF ORAN | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29877 | $1082.66 | 1265675193 - AMY GESSFORD | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | LA | Hospitalist Physician (208M00000X) |
United | 29877 | $1934.00 | 1194233189 - CHAPIN ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY CENTER | 473916029 - (SC) CHAPIN ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY CENTER | SC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 29877 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 29877 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 29877 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 29866-CPT | High | Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Osteochondral Autograft - Medicaid Rn Review>=6/13/2009. Commercial Rn Review=6/13/2009-3/31/2022 |
| 29868-CPT | High | Arthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Meniscal Transplantation, Medial Or Lateral - Medicaid Rn Review>=11/14/2009. Commercial Rn Review=11/14/2009-3/31/2022 |
| 29877-CPT | Moderate | Arthroscopy,Knee,Surg;Debride/Shave A.Ca |
| 29880-CPT | Moderate | Arthroscopy Knee Surgical; With Meniscectomy (Medial And Lateral Including Any Meniscal Shaving) Including Debridement/Shaving Of Articular Cartilage (Chondroplasty) Same Or Separate Compartment(S) When Performed |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29877. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 29877 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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