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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Place Cath Thoracic Aorta, Non Selective Catheter Placement Thoracic Aorta With Angiography Of The Extracranial Carotid Vertebral And Or Intracranial Vessels Unilateral Or Bilateral And All Associated Radiological Supervision And Interpretation Includes Angiography Of The Cervicocerebral Arch When Performed
| 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 | XU - Unusual Non-Overlapping Service 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $952.93 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 36221 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $745.015 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 36221 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 36221 by major payers:
$1,185.73
$1,501.16
$1,512.65
$433.94
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CPT 36221
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Ackerman Professional Services Pl
$3,251.21Published rateConcept West Efl Imaging Center LLC, Concept West Open Imaging Center
Concept West Efl Imaging Center LLC
$1,217.75Published rateMd Do Associates Inc
Md Do Associates, Inc
$1,062.90Published rateJessica Kral
Tots Teens Pediatrics LLC
$896.88Published rateSeth Purcell
American Vascular Specialists, LLC
$169.07Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 36221 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 36221 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 36221 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36221-CPT | High | Place Cath Thoracic Aorta, Non Selective Catheter Placement Thoracic Aorta With Angiography Of The Extracranial Carotid Vertebral And Or Intracranial Vessels Unilateral Or Bilateral And All Associated Radiological Supervision And Interpretation Includes Angiography Of The Cervicocerebral Arch When Performed |
| 36222-CPT | High | Place Cath Carotid Inom Art, Selective Catheter Placement Common Carotid Or Innominate Artery Unilateral Any Approach With Angiography Of The Ipsilateral Extracranial Carotid Circulation And All Associated Radiological Supervision And Interpretation Includes Angiography Of The Cervicocerebral Arch When Performed |
| 36223-CPT | High | Place Cath Carotid Inom Art, Selective Catheter Placement Common Carotid Or Innominate Artery Unilateral Any Approach With Angiography Of The Ipsilateral Intracranial Carotid Circulation And All Associated Radiological Supervision And Interpretation Includes Angiography Of The Extracranial Carotid And Cervicocerebral Arch When Performed |
| 36224-CPT | High | Place Cath Carotd Art, Selective Catheter Placement Internal Carotid Artery Unilateral With Angiography Of The Ipsilateral Intracranial Carotid Circulation And All Associated Radiological Supervision And Interpretation Includes Angiography Of The Extracranial Carotid And Cervicocerebral Arch 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 36221. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 36221 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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