CPT 33018 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 Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • GC - Service performed by resident under supervision • 63 |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 33018 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33018 by major payers:
$384.21
$393.20
$403.25
$472.58
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 33018 | $1049.00 | 1750823886 - LAKE ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 814225104 - (FL) LAKE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $829.00 | 1295403426 - DRS LLC, MCMINNVILLE SURGERY CENTER | 320613056 - (OR) DRS LLC | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $398.00 | 1295494359 - ATLANTIC SC LLC | 832941937 - (NY) ATLANTIC SC LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $523.00 | 1750420147 - INTERVENTIONAL SPINE AND PAIN MANAGEMENT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, ISPM ASC | 205896580 - (GA) INTERVENTIONAL SPINE AND PAIN MANAGEMENT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $1274.00 | 1275870537 - GCSA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 611699459 - (TX) GCSA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $288.00 | 1598809758 - CALIFORNIA EYE CLINIC | 680024090 - (CA) CALIFORNIA EYE CLINIC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $1028.00 | 1558794081 - SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE, LLC | 731553441 - (AZ) SURGERY CENTER OF SCOTTSDALE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $1049.00 | 1427152073 - PATIENT PARTNERS LLC | 201400198 - (TN) PATIENT PARTNERS LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $491.00 | 1780651075 - FOX EYE SURGERY, LLC, FIRST CHOICE SURGERY CENTER | 202126099 - (IA) FOX EYE SURGERY LLC | IA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $515.00 | 1902981558 - LANE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 931305103 - (OR) LANE SURGERY CENTER LLC | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $610.00 | 1770223901 - PSA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER OF SOUTH AUSTIN, LLC | 874341110 - (TX) PSA AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER OF SOUTH AUSTIN LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $1028.00 | 1750363461 - BARKLEY SURGICENTER, LLC | 650428622 - (FL) BARKLEY SURGICENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $2732.00 | 1801854591 - SAN ANTONIO SURGERY CENTER, THE CENTER FOR SPECIAL SURGERY @ TCA | 300796793 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $507.00 | 1053058255 - INDIANA VASCULAR SURGERY CENTER LLC | 871608290 - (IN) INDIANA VASCULAR SURGERY CENTER LLC | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33018 | $258.00 | 1487239059 - AAU GREENBELT ASC LLC | 862166420 - (MD) AAU GREENBELT ASC LLC | MD | 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 33018 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33018 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular 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 33018 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33016-CPT | Moderate | Pericardiocentesis, Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed |
| 33017-CPT | Moderate | Pericardial Drainage With Insertion Of Indwelling Catheter Percutaneous Including Fluoroscopy And/Or Ultrasound Guidance When Performed; 6 Years And Older Without Congenital Cardiac Anomaly |
| 33018-CPT | Moderate | Pericardial Drainage With Insertion Of Indwelling Catheter, Percutaneous, Including Fluoroscopy And/Or Ultrasound Guidance, When Performed; Birth Through 5 Years Of Age Or Any Age With Congenital Cardiac Anomaly |
| 33019-CPT | Moderate | Drainage Of Heart Sac With Insertion Of Catheter Accessed Through Skin, Using Imaging Guidance, Usin |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33018. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33018 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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