CPT 32601 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 Respiratory System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 32601 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 32601 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 32601 by major payers:
$396.52
$417.14
$454.75
$499.55
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 32601 | $3500.00 | 1033560420 - ABINGDON SURGICAL CENTER PC | 813054896 - (MD) ABINGDON SURGICAL CENTER PC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1869.00 | 1194712109 - EXECUTIVE ENDOSCOPY, INC, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF SAN JOSE | 770583401 - (CA) EXECUTIVE ENDOSCOPY INC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $2244.00 | 1962661884 - ACD-SA, LTD., SENDERO IMAGING AND TREATMENT CENTER | 742822681 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $5354.00 | 1932636123 - TUCSON DIGESTIVE INSTITUTE LLC, ARIZONA DIGESTIVE INSTITUTE | 821568426 | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $2287.00 | 1265652267 - PALO PINTO COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT, PALO PINTO GENERAL HOSPITAL | 751256948 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $3200.00 | 1588679179 - SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER OF ENCINO LP | 954816334 - (CA) SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER OF ENCINO, LP | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1579.00 | 1114907920 - MIAMI ASC LP, THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 621600424 - (FL) MIAMI ASC LP | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $2080.00 | 1780764829 - NOVAMED SURGERY CENTER OF ST PETERS LLC, ST PETERS AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | 205579933 - (MO) NOVAMED SURGERY CENTER OF ST PETERS LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1355.00 | 1972568830 - FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER, L.P., FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER | 621551098 - (AL) FLORENCE SURGERY CENTER LP | AL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1500.00 | 1033214903 - SOUTH HILLS DIAGNOSTIC & TREATMENT CENTER LP, SOUTH HILLS ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 861117604 - (PA) SOUTH HILLS DIAGNOSTIC TREATMENT CENTER LP | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $2169.00 | 1619469244 - RUSH OAK BROOK SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 371832312 - (IL) RUSH OAK BROOK SURGERY CENTER, LLC | IL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1857.00 | 1073675583 - ROCKVILLE ESC NORTH MD ENDOSCOPY ASC LLC, ENDOSCOPIC SURGICAL CENTRE OF MARYLAND | 208004241 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $1727.00 | 1629404918 - CENTRAL ARKANSAS SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 462585307 - (AR) CENTRAL ARKANSAS SURGERY CENTER LLC | AR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $3365.00 | 1922160357 - ARAPAHOE ENDOSCOPY CENTER PARTNERSHIP PLLP | 472388780 | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 32601 | $3465.00 | 1073149365 - MEDFORD SURGERY CENTER LLC | 384079196 - (MA) MEDFORD SURGERY CENTER LLC | MA | 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 32601 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory System Codes
The CPT 32601 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Respiratory 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 32601 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 32601-CPT | Moderate | Scope Exam Of Chest Interior, An Exam Of The Interior Of The Chest Using A Scope (Thoracoscopy). The Exam May Include The Lungs Or The Protective Sac Around The Heart. |
| 32604-CPT | Moderate | Biopsy Of Chest Interior, An Exam Of The Interior Of The Chest Using A Scope (Thoracoscopy). The Procedure Takes A Small Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy) From The Lungs The Protective Sac Around The Heart Or The Lining Of The Chest. |
| 32606-CPT | Moderate | Biopsy Of Chest Interior, An Exam Of The Interior Of The Chest Using A Scope (Thoracoscopy). The Procedure Takes A Small Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy) From The Lungs The Protective Sac Around The Heart Or The Lining Of The Chest. |
| 32607-CPT | Moderate | Lung Biopsy With Scope, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Thoracoscope) To Remove A Sample Of Tissue From A Lung For Testing (Biopsy). The Procedure May Remove Tissue From The Lung Itself Or From The Protective Sac Around The Lung (Pleura). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 32601. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 32601 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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