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CPT 38308 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 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.

Lymphangiotomy/Oth.Operations On Lymphat
Key FactDetail
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

AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery

58 - Staged or related procedure during postoperative period

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 38308

National average reimbursement for CPT 38308 by major payers:

bcbs

$622.02

uhc

$596.70

aetna

$608.11

cigna

$761.68

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For billing codeCPT 38308
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United
38308$2370.001073794855 - SURGICARE OF LA VETA INC., BARRANCA SURGERY CENTER752507129CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1200.001992034763 - CENTRAL ARKANSAS SURGICAL CENTER, LLC270564540 - (AR) CENTRAL ARKANSAS SURGICAL CENTER LLCARAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1505.001326089715 - SOUTHWESTERN EYE CENTER LTD, SOUTHWESTERN EYE CENTER860423068 - SOUTHWESTERN EYE CENTER, LTD.AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$2076.001720215320 - EAST SIDE ENDOSCOPY LLC263006590 - (NY) EAST SIDE ENDOSCOPY LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$2353.001366515504 - RIVERSIDE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, THE ENDOSCOPY & COLONOSCOPY CENTER205227186 - (MO) RIVERSIDE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCMOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$779.301083772248 - REKHA TUMMALA350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCINHospitalist Physician (208M00000X)
United
38308$1919.001326469172 - EHI SURGERY CENTER AUSTIN, LLC464266877 - (TX) EHI SURGERY CENTER AUSTIN LLCTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$3200.001255797726 - BLOOMFIELD ASC LLC474758895 - (CT) BLOOMFIELD ASC, LLCCTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1525.001902447386 - SEATTLE PAIN RELIEF PLLC, FEDERAL WAY AMBULATORY SURGICAL FACILITY455527273 - (WA) SEATTLE PAIN RELIEF PLLCWAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$2353.001932735677 - PARKCREEK ASC LLC843082809FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1272.001295714301 - ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS LP, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS621536529 - (TX) ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS LPTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1248.001710081443 - VENTURA ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC680543503 - (CA) VENTURA ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLCCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$1530.001710952841 - ANDOCHICK SURGICAL CENTER LLC, PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF FREDERICK522239166 - (MD) ANDOCHICK SURGICAL CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$2859.001851433718 - TEXAN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, TEXAN SURGERY CENTER331058382TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38308$916.001770551517 - SOUTHERN MARYLAND ENDOSCOPY CENTER522315798 - (MD) SOUTHERN MARYLAND ENDOSCOPY CENTERMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 38308 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Codes

The CPT 38308 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 38308 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
38300-CPTModerateDrain.Lymph Node Abscessor Lymphadeniti
38305-CPTModerateDrainage Lymph Node Abscess Exten
38308-CPTModerateLymphangiotomy/Oth.Operations On Lymphat
38562-CPTModerateLim.Lymphadenec-Stg;Pelv/Para-Aortc

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 38308. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 38308 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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