CPT 33271 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 • 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • GC - Service performed by resident under supervision • 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33271 by major payers:

$608.38

$664.21

$664.53

$784.15
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 33271 | $1533.00 | 1366761397 - MEDINA-SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, THE MEDINA SURGERY CENTER | 261421110 - (OH) SUMMA HEALTH, PENSION ADMINISTATION COMMITTEE | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $10894.00 | 1437623626 - PRIME SURGICAL SUITES, LLC, SCSV, LLC | 463556921 - (NC) PRIME SURGICAL SUITES LLC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $3960.00 | 1265959795 - BHATTI GI SURGERY CENTER LLC | 822151132 - (MN) BHATTI GI SURGERY CENTER LLC | MN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $4946.00 | 1245657840 - SURGCENTER OF PLANO LLC | 462873916 - (TX) SURGCENTER OF PLANO, LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $900.00 | 1265434740 - SALLY K BALIN AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER INC | 232969046 - (PA) SALLY K BALIN AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER INC. | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $3942.00 | 1841589116 - RENAISSANCE SURGERY CENTER OF CHATTANOOGA, LLC | 273013392 - (TN) RENAISSANCE SURGERY CENTER OF CHATTANOOGA LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $10840.00 | 1013425933 - REX SURGERY CENTER OF WAKEFIELD, LLC | 465511168 - (NC) REX SURGERY CENTER OF WAKEFIELD LLC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $2587.00 | 1922016898 - JAMES TRICE MD PA, DIGESTIVE DISEASE CENTER | 710758882 | AR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $9324.00 | 1568867075 - POTOMAC VIEW SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 471352116 - (MD) POTOMAC VIEW SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $12924.00 | 1578741849 - SCOTT AND WHITE HOSPITAL, BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER - TAYLOR | 741595711 - (TX) SCOTT & WHITE HOSPITAL-TAYLOR | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $4200.00 | 1730170564 - SAVANNAH PARTNERS, LLC, ENT SURGICAL CENTER | 582465247 - (GA) SAVANNAH PARTNERS LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $1385.00 | 1306135298 - DMG PAIN MANAGEMENT SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 271322187 - (IL) DMG PAIN MANAGEMENT SURGERY CENTER LLC | IL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $7880.00 | 1740681733 - SURGCENTER OF GREATER PHOENIX, LLC | 465683789 - (AZ) SURGCENTER OF GREATER PHOENIX LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $38275.00 | 1417114117 - HOSP OF THE UNIV OF PA SPU | 231352685 - TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33271 | $5953.00 | 1053846592 - EASTSIDE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 810759895 - (GA) EASTSIDE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | GA | 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 33271 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33271 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 33271 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33270-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Or Replacement Of Permanent Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator System, With Subcutaneous Electrode, Including Defibrillation Threshold Evaluation, Induction Of Arrhythmia, Evaluation Of Sensing For Arrhythmia Termination, And Programming Or Reprogramming Of Sensing Or Therapeutic Parameters, When Performed |
| 33271-CPT | Moderate | Insertion Of Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator Electrode |
| 33272-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator Electrode |
| 33273-CPT | Moderate | Repositioning Of Previously Implanted Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator Electrode |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33271. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33271 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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