CPT 29916 Fee Schedule
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-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 | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 29916 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 29916 by major payers:
$1,410.66
$1,440.69
$1,483.47
$1,756.04
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 29916 | $5450.00 | 1356490817 - CHRISTUS CABRINI SURGERY CENTER, LLC, CHRISTUS CABRINI SURGERY CENTER | 204705651 - CHRISTUS CABRINI SURGERY CENTER LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $861.00 | 1376748228 - FLORIDA SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LLC | 203672687 - (FL) FLORIDA SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $816.08 | 1962641431 - LARESSA BAZZELL | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | KY | Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (367500000X) |
United | 29916 | $2647.00 | 1902802036 - CATARACT & SURGICAL CENTER OF LUBBOCK LLC | 522344594 - (TX) CATARACT SURGICAL CENTER OF LUBBOCK LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $6920.00 | 1174852461 - MAYFIELD SPINE SURGERY CENTER LLC, MAYFIELD SPINE SURGERY CENTER | 271482322 | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $5354.00 | 1477594422 - SURGERY CENTER OF AVENTURA LTD | 113765789 - (FL) SURGERY CENTER OF AVENTURA LTD | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $5593.00 | 1699742676 - PARKWAY SURGERY CENTER, LTD | 364581088 | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $4185.00 | 1306375837 - CENTRAL COAST CARDIOVASCULAR ASC LLC | 821736669 - (CA) CENTRAL COAST CARDIOVASCULAR ASC LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $816.08 | 1386650927 - BETHANY BURKHART-EDELEN | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | KY | Emergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X) |
United | 29916 | $1704.00 | 1538109384 - PLASTIC SURGERY SPECIALISTS, PC | 521357688 - (MD) PLASTIC SURGERY SPECIALISTS, P.C. | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $1175.00 | 1558380675 - THE SURGERY CENTER, HOWLAND, HUMILITY OF MARY HEALTH PARTNERS | 341823901 - (OH) THE SURGERY CENTER HOWLAND | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $5330.00 | 1942397104 - PREMIER ENDOSCOPY, LLC | 50599351 - (NJ) PREMIER ENDOSCOPY LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $3163.00 | 1962893354 - WESTMORELAND ASC, LLC, APEX SURGICAL CENTER | 462808005 - (NY) WESTMORELAND ASC, LLC DBA APEX | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $3870.00 | 1912627712 - CENTER FOR ROBOTIC SURGERY OF LOUISIANA LLC | 883537315 - CENTER FOR ROBOTIC SURGERY OF LOUISIANA LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 29916 | $3350.00 | 1881089076 - FREEMAN SURGICAL CENTER OF PITTSBURG, LLC | 473537670 | KS | 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 29916 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Musculoskeletal System Codes
The CPT 29916 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 29916 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 29906-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Dead Or Infected Ankle Joint Tissue Using An Endoscope |
| 29907-CPT | High | Subtalar Arthro W/Fusion |
| 29914-CPT | High | Arthroscopy, Hip, Surgical; With Femoroplasty - Rn Review=2/12/2012-3/11/2021 |
| 29916-CPT | High | Arthroscopy, Subtalar Joint, Surgical; With Labral Repair (Should Not Be Reported With 29915) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 29916. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 29916 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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