Rate Benchmarking
Compare your rates with similar providers.
Select a published rate, define comparable providers, and see where that rate falls in your market.
See a sample rate comparisonCPT 33509 Fee Schedule
Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Endoscopic Harvest Uxtr Artery 1 Segment Cab Px, Harvest Of Upper Extremity Artery 1 Segment For Coronary Artery Bypass Procedure Endoscopic
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | 59 - Distinct Procedural Service AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $157.99 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 33509 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $122.59 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 33509 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33509 by major payers:
$212.89
$245.77
$245.20
$290.82
Compare published rates across providers.
Choose a payer to see a sample of rates for CPT 33509.
CPT 33509
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center, LLC, Salinas Surgery Center
Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center, LLC
$6,158.00Published rateSouthwest Lincoln Surgery Center, LLC, Southwest Lincoln Surgery Center
Southwest Lincoln Surgery Center LLC
$1,752.00Published rateGraystone Eye Surgery Center Of Hickory, Lp, Graystone Eye Surgery Center
$770.00Published rateWilmington Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center, Inc
Wilmington Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center Inc
$523.00Published rateAffiliated Physicians & Surgeons, Ltd
Affiliated Physicians Surgeons Ltd
$110.00Published rate
Get a free rate benchmark for your specialty.
Choose your state and specialty to build a report from payer-published rates.
Use market rates to prepare your payer proposal.
Payer Contract Negotiation
Draft a fee schedule renegotiation letter.
Use your fee schedule and market benchmarks to set target rates and draft a letter for your payer.
See a sample payer proposalCPT 33509 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33509 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 33509 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33506-CPT | High | Repair Heart Blood Vessel, Surgery To Correct An Abnormal Route Of A Heart Artery (Coronary Artery) That Has Been Present Since Birth. Common Methods To Reroute The Blood Flow Include Relocating The Blood Vessel Or Use Of A Graft. |
| 33508-CPT | Low | Endoscopic Vein Harvest, Endoscopy Surgical Including Video Assisted Harvest Of Vein S For Coronary Artery Bypass Procedure List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 33509-CPT | Moderate | Endoscopic Harvest Uxtr Artery 1 Segment Cab Px, Harvest Of Upper Extremity Artery 1 Segment For Coronary Artery Bypass Procedure Endoscopic |
| 33510-CPT | High | Heart Bypass Surgery, Surgery To Replace A Diseased Section Of A Heart Artery With A Vein Graft. Heart-Lung Bypass Is Used. The Graft Is Attached From The Heart Artery To The Aorta (Largest Artery) Bypassing The Blocked Artery. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33509. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33509 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.
FREE SAMPLE MARKET COMPARISON
Let's review your payer contracts side-by-side with the market.
Bring your top codes (like CPT 33509) and we'll show you how you compare in 15 minutes or less.