CPT 33229 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 | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | • None • KX - Requirements specified in the medical policy have been met • SC - Medically necessary service or supply |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33229 by major payers:
$517.25
$528.66
$552.02
$653.15
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 33229 | $6055.00 | 1457350449 - BAPTIST AND PHYSICIANS OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER OF NORTH MS, LP, OXFORD SURGERY CENTER | 640925692 - (MS) BAPTIST AND PHYSICIANS OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER OF NORTH MS LP | MS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $8796.00 | 1447293113 - WESTERN AMBULATORY SURGERY LLC | 830303151 - (WY) WESTERN AMBULATORY SURGERY LLC | WY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $27779.00 | 1427003052 - EYE SURGERY CENTER OF NASHVILLE LLC | 621872622 - (TN) EYE SURGERY CENTER OF NASHVILLE LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $5147.00 | 1184600736 - MERIDIAN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 300160065 - (MS) MERIDIAN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $12291.00 | 1124492541 - MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER PINECROFT, LLC | 371796296 - (TX) MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER PINECROFT LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $9728.00 | 1689195786 - SOUTHEAST ATLANTA VASCULAR CARE, LLC | 820825656 - (GA) SOUTHEAST ATLANTA VASCULAR CARE LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $1066.00 | 1780661967 - CJ ELMWOOD PARTNERS L P | 911793912 - CJ ELMWOOD PARTNERS L P | IA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $6134.00 | 1427049352 - CENTER FOR AMBULATORY SURGERY, LLC, THE CENTER FOR AMBULATORY SURGERY | 223638149 - (NJ) THE CENTER FOR AMBULATORY SURGERY LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $1045.00 | 1922075969 - SAINT MARY'S AMBULATORY SURGERY | 550837980 - (NJ) SAINT MARYS AMBULATORY SURGERY | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $5607.00 | 1306013925 - PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE INC PC | 911394965 - PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE, INC., PC | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $27779.00 | 1467405837 - PARKCREEK SURGERY CENTER LLLP | 843082809 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $1573.00 | 1972711471 - NOVI SURGERY CENTER LLC, NOVI SURGERY CENTER | 201600650 - (MI) NOVI SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $25669.00 | 1912933680 - SOUTHWESTERN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 562422009 - (PA) SOUTHWESTERN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $7880.00 | 1871513705 - SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INC | 860889294 - (AZ) SQUAW PEAK SURGICAL FACILITY INC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33229 | $1902.00 | 1043391188 - SKIN SURGERY CENTER PS, SKIN SURGERY CENTER | 911954101 - (WA) SKIN SURGERY CENTER P. S. | WA | 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 33229 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33229 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 33229 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33229-CPT | Moderate | Once Per Dos Removal Of Permanent Pacemaker Pulse Generator W/Replacement Of Pacemaker Pulse Generator; Multiple Lead System |
| 33230-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Of Implantable Defibrillator Pulse Generator Only; With Existing Dual Leads (Desc Revised 01/01/15) |
| 33231-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Of Implantable Defibrillator Pulse Generator Only; With Existing Multiple Leads (Desc Revised 01/01/15) |
| 33233-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Permanent Pacemaker; Pulse Generator Only |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33229. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33229 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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