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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.
Removal Of Infusion Device, Surgery To Remove A Pump Implanted Into An Artery For Infusion Therapy. The Device Delivers Medication Over A Period Of Hours.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | GC - Service performed by resident under supervision 51 - Multiple procedures XS - Separate Structure |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $316.31 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 36262 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $247.55 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 36262 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 36262 by major payers:
$412.26
$411.61
$446.04
$505.65
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CPT 36262
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Memorial Care Surgical Center At Orange Coast, LLC
Memorial Care Surgical Center At Orange Coast LLC
$10,579.00Published rateSurgery Center Of Scottsdale, LLC, Mountain View Surgery Center Of Scottsdale
Surgery Center Of Scottsdale LLC
$3,570.00Published rateGrand Valley Surgical Center, LLC
$2,267.00Published rateFilutowski Eye Institute PA, Sunrise Surgical Center
Filutowski Eye Institute, P.A.
$1,200.00Published rateLillian Silva
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$244.21Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 36262 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 36262 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 36262 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36260-CPT | Moderate | Place Infusion Device, Surgery To Insert A Device For Infusion Therapy Into An Artery. The Device Delivers Medication Over A Period Of Several Hours Such As For Chemotherapy. |
| 36261-CPT | Moderate | Revise Infusion Device, Surgery To Replace Recharge Or Refill A Pump Implanted Into An Artery. The Pump Delivers Medication Over A Period Of Hours. |
| 36262-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Infusion Device, Surgery To Remove A Pump Implanted Into An Artery For Infusion Therapy. The Device Delivers Medication Over A Period Of Hours. |
| 36430-CPT | Low | Blood Transfusion, A Blood Transfusion Delivers Additional Or Needed Blood Or Blood Products. It May Be Manually Injected (Push Transfusion) Or As An Exchange Simultaneously While Blood Is Removed From The Body. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 36262. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 36262 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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