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CPT 29877 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: December 2025

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.

Arthroscopy,Knee,Surg;Debride/Shave A.Ca
Key FactDetail
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 LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for CPT 29877 by major payers:

bcbs

$841.32

uhc

$835.95

aetna

$910.89

cigna

$1,045.75

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United
29877$3103.001508005976 - SOUTH SHORE SC, LLC341997077 - (NY) SOUTH SHORE SURGERY CENTER, LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$1358.001497068761 - CARNEGIE HILL ENDOSCOPY LLC270385539 - (NY) CARNEGIE HILL ENDOSCOPY LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$2406.001720001928 - CAMPBELL CLINIC SURGERY CENTER, LLC621826300TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$9098.001538292990 - TEXAS HEALTH HARRIS METHODIST HOSPITAL FORT WORTH752678857 - (TX) TEXAS HEALTH HARRIS METHODIST HOSPITAL SOUTHWEST FORT WORTHTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$717.001871586149 - DISCOVER VISION SURGERY & LASER CENTER LLC, DISCOVER VISION SURGERY & LASER CENTER481244168 - (KS) DISCOVER VISION SURGERY LASER CENTER LLCKSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$1664.001902070832 - GASTRO OPERATING COMPANY LLC, (DBA) MEADOWBROOK ENDOSCOPY CENTER202432134 - (NY) GASTRO OPERATING COMPANY, LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$1215.001235102344 - THE HARLINGEN ENDOSCOPY CENTER LP, VALLEY ENDOSCOPY CENTER621839180 - (TX) THE HARLINGEN ENDOSCOPY CENTER LPTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$2877.001942722798 - DREXEL TOWN SQUARE SURGERY CENTER, LLC, DREXEL TOWN SQUARE SURGERY CENTER814904300 - (WI) DREXEL TOWN SQUARE SURGERY CENTER LLCWIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$1016.001417118407 - MSC AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC202155076MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$3422.001801179619 - SURGICARE OF FREEHOLD LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY273075822 - (NJ) SURGICARE OF FREEHOLD LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANYNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$2175.001336562156 - RYE SURGICAL CENTER, LLC463464240 - (NH) RYE SURGICAL CENTER LLCNHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$2080.001477905271 - KATY ASC, LP, ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR & SURGERY CENTER AT METHODIST WEST HOUSTON813141435TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$956.001851516728 - PHOENIX ENDOSCOPY LLC710940187 - (AZ) PHOENIX ENDOSCOPY LLCAZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$2500.001780218305 - THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN, UT HEALTH AUSTIN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER746000203TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
29877$1417.001164469086 - SAME DAY SURGICARE OF NEW ENGLAND, INC., SAME DAY SURGICLINIC42808359 - (MA) SAME DAY SURGICARE OF NEW ENGLAND, INC.MAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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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.

CodeComplexityDescription
29866-CPTHighArthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Osteochondral Autograft - Medicaid Rn Review>=6/13/2009. Commercial Rn Review=6/13/2009-3/31/2022
29868-CPTHighArthroscopy, Knee, Surgical; Meniscal Transplantation, Medial Or Lateral - Medicaid Rn Review>=11/14/2009. Commercial Rn Review=11/14/2009-3/31/2022
29877-CPTModerateArthroscopy,Knee,Surg;Debride/Shave A.Ca
29880-CPTModerateArthroscopy 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


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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