CPT 33963 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 |
| Common Modifiers | • 78 - Return to OR - related procedure • None • 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period • 82 - Assistant surgeon - no qualified resident • 80 - Assistant surgeon |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 33963 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 33963 by major payers:
$647.21
$678.33
$679.62
$782.23
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 33963 | $525.00 | 1487158796 - CENTRIC AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | 824465250 - (MO) CENTRIC AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $200.00 | 1215489182 - CORONADO SURGERY CENTER LLC | 814244748 - (AZ) CORONADO SURGERY CENTER LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $400.00 | 1407095359 - PAIN CARE CENTER OF GEORGIA LLC | 814348805 | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $644.00 | 1164771762 - MARYLAND SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 454793230 - (MD) MARYLAND SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $306.00 | 1346508520 - FIRST GI ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER LLC | 270870899 - (NJ) FIRST GI ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $704.40 | 1023162831 - SEATTLE REPRODUCTIVE SURGERY CENTER | 342014245 | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $1028.00 | 1003861998 - PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF CHATTANOOGA, LLC, PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF CHATTANOOGA | 621817952 - (TN) PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF CHATTANOOGA LLC | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $983.00 | 1750499950 - MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LTD, MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER | 760353620 - (AL) MEDPLEX OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LTD | AL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $2735.00 | 1659335438 - RESTON SURGERY CENTER, LP | 113654617 - (VA) RESTON SURGERY CENTER LP | VA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $430.00 | 1003273129 - GREAT LAKES SURGERY CENTER LLC | 465665524 - (MI) GREAT LAKES SURGERY CENTER LLC | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $300.00 | 1750668190 - ELKHART DAY SURGERY, LLC, INSIGHT SURGERY CENTER | 800712220 - (IN) ELKHART DAY SURGERY LLC | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $400.00 | 1134663677 - CASTLE HILLS SURGICARE, LLC | 813020487 - (TX) CASTLE HILLS SURGICARE LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $983.00 | 1538461348 - THE OUTPATIENT CENTER, LLC, THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD. D/B/A THE OUTPATIENT CENT | 650440864 - (FL) THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD. | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $1028.00 | 1750363461 - BARKLEY SURGICENTER, LLC | 650428622 - (FL) BARKLEY SURGICENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 33963 | $840.00 | 1336445873 - SAND LAKE SURGICENTER LLC, SAND LAKE SURGERY CENTER | 273787593 - (FL) SAND LAKE SURGICENTER, LLC | FL | 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 33963 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 33963 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 33963 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 33955-CPT | High | Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (Ecmo)/ Extracorporeal Life Support (Ecls) Provided By Physician; Insertion Of Central Cannula(E) By Sternotomy Or Thoracotomy Birth Through 5 Years Of Age |
| 33959-CPT | Moderate | Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (Ecmo)/ Extracorporeal Life Support (Ecls) Provided By Physician; Reposition Peripheral (Arterial And/Or Venous) Cannula(E) Open Birth Through 5 Years Ofage (Includes Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed) |
| 33963-CPT | Moderate | Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (Ecmo)/ Extracorporeal Life Support (Ecls) Provided By Physician; Reposition Of Central Cannula(E) By Sternotomy Or Thoracotomy Birth Through 5 Years Of Age (Includes Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed) |
| 33964-CPT | Moderate | Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (Ecmo)/ Extracorporeal Life Support (Ecls) Provided By Physician; Reposition Central Cannula(E) By Sternotomy Or Thoracotomy 6 Years And Older (Includes Fluoroscopic Guidance When Performed) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 33963. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 33963 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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