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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 | LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $780.58 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 38760 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $616.85 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 38760 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 38760 by major payers:

$1,143.30

$1,105.12

$1,159.61

$1,343.78
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Surgery Center Of Wasilla, LLC
Surgery Center Of Wasilla LLC
Capital Endoscopy LLC
Capital Endoscopy & Surgery Center
Baptist Surgery And Endoscopy Centers LLC, Baptist Health Surgery Center At South Palm
Atlantic Gastro Surgicenter, LLC, T/A Access
Atlantic Gastro Surgicenter LLC
Podiatry Group Of Annapolis Ambulatory Surgical Center, Podiatry Group Of Annapolis Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC
Podiatry Group Of Annapolis Ambulatory Surgical Center
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 38760 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Hemic and Lymphatic Systems Codes
The CPT 38760 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 38760 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 38760-CPT | High | Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy, Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy Superficial Includingcloquets Node (Separate Procedure) Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy Superficial Including |
| 38765-CPT | High | Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy, Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy Superficial In Continuitywith Pelvic Lymphadenectomy Including External Iliac Hypogastric And Obturator Nodes (Separate Procedure) |
| 38780-CPT | High | Retroperitoneal Transabdominal, Retroperitoneal Transabdominal Lymphadenectomy Extensiveincluding Pelvic Aortic And Renal Nodes (Separate Procedure) |
| 38900-CPT | Moderate | Sentinel Lymph Node Procedure, Intraoperative Identification (Eg Mapping) Of Sentinel Lymph Node(S) Includes Injection Of Non-Radioactive Dye When Performed (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 38760. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 38760 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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