CPT 38573 Fee Schedule
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.
| 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 • AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery • 52 - Reduced Services |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 38573 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 38573 by major payers:
$1,526.84
$1,589.41
$1,566.26
$1,967.76
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 38573 | $1466.00 | 1942485305 - 9106 PHILADELPHIA ROAD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | 261539834 - (MD) 9106 PHILADELPHIA ROAD AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $2266.00 | 1376546721 - DULANEY EYE INSTITUTE, LLC | 521886840 - (MD) DULANEY EYE INSTITUTE LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $6492.00 | 1750823886 - LAKE ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 814225104 - (FL) LAKE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $3290.00 | 1568776615 - CEDAR PARK SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272533497 - (TX) CEDAR PARK SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $6588.00 | 1093086183 - CHANDLER ENDOSCOPY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, CHANDLER ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 454307241 | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $2256.00 | 1700843208 - FAYETTEVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FAYETTEVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | 561754482 - (NC) FAYETTEVILLE AMBULATORY SURGERY | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $1111.00 | 1396738936 - WARREN GASTRO ENDOSCOPY CTR INC | 341850936 - (OH) WARREN GASTRO ENDOSCOPY CTR INC | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $3496.00 | 1104373315 - BRENTWOOD SURGERY CENTER, LLC, BRENTWOOD SURGERY CENTER | 200533890 | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $1950.00 | 1043391188 - SKIN SURGERY CENTER PS, SKIN SURGERY CENTER | 911954101 - (WA) SKIN SURGERY CENTER P. S. | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $4378.00 | 1174030878 - STUART SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 822542219 - (FL) STUART SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $1887.00 | 1922070911 - FAYETTEVILLE ASC LLC, NORTH HILLS GASTROENTEROLOGY ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 621691451 - (AR) FAYETTEVILLE ASC LLC | AR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $6365.00 | 1750565594 - PEDIATRIC SURGERY CENTER -ODESSA, LLC | 651274446 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $4170.00 | 1013136456 - SOUTH JERSEY MUSCULOSKELETAL INSTITUTE, LLC, ADVANCED SURGICAL INSTITUTE | 204481032 - (NJ) SOUTH JERSEY MUSCULOSKELETAL INSTITUTE, LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $1083.00 | 1457490872 - HSC SURGICAL ASSOCIATES, FAIRFIELD ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 311386408 - (OH) HSC SURGICAL ASSOCIATES OF CINCINNATI, LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 38573 | $1024.00 | 1902958226 - AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER OF TUCSON, INC. | 262420656 - (AZ) AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER OF TUCSON INC | AZ | 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 38573 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Codes
The CPT 38573 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 38573 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 38572-CPT | High | Laparoscopy, Surgical; With Bilateral Total Pelvic Lymphadenectomy And Peri-Aortic Lymph Node Sampling (Biopsy), Single Or Multiple |
| 38573-CPT | High | Laparoscopy Surgical; With Bilateral Total Pelviclymphadenectomy And Peri-Aortic Lymph Node Sampling Peritoneal Washings Peritoneal Biopsy(Ies) Omentectomy And Diaphragmatic Washings Including Diaphragmatic And Other Serosal Biopsy(Ies) When Performed |
| 38720-CPT | High | Cervical Lymphadenectomy (Complete) |
| 38746-CPT | Moderate | Thoracic Lymphadenectomy By Thoracotomy, Mediastinal And Regional Lymphadenectomy (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 38573. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 38573 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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