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CPT 35800 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.

Exploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

78 - Return to OR - related procedure

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee Schedule$661.34 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 35800
Medicaid Fee Schedule$525.035 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 35800

National average reimbursement for CPT 35800 by major payers:

bcbs

$908.74

uhc

$907.96

aetna

$1,018.86

cigna

$1,121.04

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CPT 35800
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Steamboat Surgery Center, LLC

    Steamboat Surgery Center LLC

    COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1821642661Tax ID 83-4367630

    $7,600.00Published rate
  2. Northbay Physician'S Surgery Center, L.L.C.

    Northbay Physicians Surgery Center LLC

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1003015843Tax ID 20-3502901

    $4,474.00Published rate
  3. Cleveland Clinic Florida (A Nonprofit Corporation), Cleveland Clinic Florida Coral Springs Asc

    Cleveland Clinic Florida A Nonprofit Corporation

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1740787068Tax ID 65-0003177

    $3,801.00Published rate
  4. Day Surgery Of Grand Junction LLC, Day Surgery Of Grand Junction

    Day Surgery Of Grand Junction LLC

    COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1346308954Tax ID 84-1097113

    $2,015.00Published rate
  5. Digestive Health & Endoscopy Center LLC

    OHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1295847317Tax ID 20-4370189

    $680.00Published rate

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CPT 35800 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes

The CPT 35800 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 35800 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
35700-CPTModerateReoperation Bypass Graft, Reoperation Femoral Popliteal Or Femoral Popliteal Anterior Tibial Posterior Tibial Peroneal Artery Or Other Distal Vessels More Than 1 Month After Original Operation List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
35800-CPTModerateExploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery.
35820-CPTHighExploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery.
35840-CPTHighExploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 35800. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 35800 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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