CPT 38204 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 Hemic and Lymphatic Systems |
| Common Place of Service | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • AG - Primary physician • UA |
| Complexity Level | Low |
National average reimbursement for CPT 38204 by major payers:
$124.28
$135.54
$141.16
$171.59
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 38204 | $300.00 | 1548233794 - METAIRIE OPHTHALMOLOGY ASC LLC, AMBULATORY EYE SURGERY CENTER OF LOUISIANA | 621822003 - (LA) THE METAIRIE OPHTHALMOLOGY ASC, LLC DBA AMBULATORY EYE SURGERY CENTER | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $190.00 | 1568423945 - NW AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLP, NW SURGERY CENTER | 383693604 - (TX) NW AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $385.00 | 1093781601 - GI DIAGNOSTIC CENTER | 421583360 - (LA) GI DIAGNOSTIC CENTER | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $379.00 | 1205808938 - ABILENE EYE ASC LP, ABILENE CATARACT AND REFRACTIVE SURGERY CENTER | 621678444 - (TX) ABILENE EYE ASC LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $250.00 | 1124484019 - EDISON SURGERY CENTER LLC | 475016492 - (NJ) EDISON SURGERY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $430.00 | 1255510525 - EYE SURGERY CENTER OF MICHIGAN LLC | 205795977 - (MI) EYE SURGERY CENTER OF MICHIGAN | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $531.00 | 1861418378 - MAPLEWOOD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, INC. | 752730666 - (TX) MAPLEWOOD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER INC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $695.00 | 1104833839 - ROCHESTER SURGERY CENTER, P.C. | 200510602 - (MI) ROCHESTER SURGERY CENTER PC | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $1648.00 | 1679526297 - WEST BLOOMFIELD SURGERY CENTER, LLC, LAKES SURGERY CENTER | 200449191 - (MI) WEST BLOOMFIELD SURGERY CENTER LLC | MI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $773.00 | 1932214624 - LA PEER SURGERY CENTER, LLC, LA PEER HEALTH SYSTEMS | 202788594 - (CA) LAPEER SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $902.00 | 1316936016 - WESTLAKE SPINE & OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER | 204997865 - (CA) JOURNEY LITE OF THE CENTRAL COAST LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $1681.00 | 1952516684 - POTTSTOWN HOSPITAL COMPANY LLC, POTTSTOWN MEMEORIAL MEDICAL CENTER | 822132538 | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $455.00 | 1548263619 - AZAR EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 522325381 - (MD) AZAR EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $1270.00 | 1962423574 - FULLERTON SURGICAL CENTER, LP, FULLERTON SURGICAL CENTER | 470927394 - (CA) FULLERTON SURGICAL CENTER LP | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38204 | $3078.00 | 1215283866 - EC LASER AND SURGERY INSTITUTE OF WI, LLC | 454182045 - (WI) EC LASER AND SURGERY INSTITUTE OF WI LLC | WI | 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 38204 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Codes
The CPT 38204 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems. 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 38204 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 38204-CPT | Low | Management Of Recipient Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Donor Search And Cell Acquisition |
| 38205-CPT | Low | Blood-Derived Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Harvesting For Transplantation, Per Collection; Allogenic |
| 38206-CPT | Low | Blood-Derived Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Harvesting For Transplantation, Per Collection; Autologous |
| 38207-CPT | Low | Transplant Preparation Of Hematopoietic Progenitor Cells; Cryopreservation And Storage |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 38204. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 38204 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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