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CPT 38382 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.

Ligation Thoracic Duct Abdom Appr
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

78 - Return to OR - related procedure

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 38382

National average reimbursement for CPT 38382 by major payers:

bcbs

$841.76

uhc

$897.05

aetna

$889.75

cigna

$1,115.26

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For billing codeCPT 38382
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United
38382$750.001619071214 - RADS OF AMERICA, LLC, PREMIER RADIOLOGY PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER200597581 - (TN) RADS OF AMERICA LLCTNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$544.001235768490 - HENRY'S FORK SURGERY CENTER PLLC850508190 - (ID) HENRYS FORK SURGERY CENTER PLLCIDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$400.001518106681 - GEORGIA SURGICAL CENTERS SOUTH, INC43650858GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$995.001548213077 - PACIFIC CATARACT AND LASER INSTITUTE OF ALASKA INC PC911832600AKAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$557.001255404398 - WARMINSTER AMBULATORY SURGICAL, BUXMONT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER232779763 - (PA) WARMINSTER AMBULATORY SURGICALPAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$784.001265851034 - HANCOCK PARK SURGERY CENTER, LLC465306378 - (CA) HANCOCK PARK SURGERY CENTER LLCCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$2302.001871912485 - HEALTHONE RIDGE VIEW ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC, SOUTH DENVER ENDOSCOPY CENTER800688043COAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$2348.001245575919 - MEMORIALCARE SURGICAL CENTER AT SADDLEBACK LLC, MEMORIALCARE SURGICAL CENTER LAGUNA WOODS203678259CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$2172.001548238140 - DENTON SURGICARE PARTNERS LTD, BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE SURGICARE - DENTON752708579 - (TX) DENTON SURGICARE PARTNERS LTDTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$579.001194275230 - WEST SUBURBAN EYE SURGERY CENTER LLC, SURGISITE NORTH201671234 - (MA) WEST SUBURBAN EYE SURGERY CENTER, LLCMAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$100.001013403161 - AKDHC SURGERY CENTER, LLC753052504AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$288.001730113325 - DHA ENDOSCOPY LLC43551976MAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$250.001164495198 - SARASOTA OPHTHALMOLOGY ASC LLC, CENTER FOR ADVANCED EYE SURGERY621825704 - (FL) SARASOTA OPHTHALMOLOGY ASC LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$1049.001093086183 - CHANDLER ENDOSCOPY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, CHANDLER ENDOSCOPY CENTER454307241AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
38382$175.001588203723 - SOUTHWEST CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONAL CENTER, LLC832560085 - (AZ) SOUTHWEST CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTIONAL CENTER LLCAZAmbulatory 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 38382 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Codes

The CPT 38382 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 38382 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
38380-CPTModerateLigation Thoracic Duct Cervical
38381-CPTHighSuture/Ligation-Thoracic Duct; Thoracic
38382-CPTModerateLigation Thoracic Duct Abdom Appr
38760-CPTHighInguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy, Superficial, Including Cloquet's Node (Separate Procedure)

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 38382. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 38382 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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