CPT 43206 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 | Esophagoscopy Procedures Endoscopy Procedures on the Esophagus |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 51 - Multiple procedures 80 - Assistant surgeon None |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 43206 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 43206 by major payers:
$546.86
$410.51
$408.76
$261.05
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 43206 | $221.71 | 1639331317 - OSAZE EDO-OHONBA | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | MO | Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (207RC0200X) |
United | 43206 | $1850.00 | 1033668587 - LANCASTER SPECIALTY SURGERY CENTER | 812461923 - (OH) LANCASTER SPECIALTY SURGICAL CENTER | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $2209.00 | 1578558763 - HUNT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT, HUNT REGIONAL HEALTHCARE | 751277293 - (TX) HUNT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $850.00 | 1063838357 - METROEAST ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY CENTER | 461844105 - (IL) METROEAST ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY CENTER | IL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $482.54 | 1831693076 - SUNDEEP MUMMANENI | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | GA | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 43206 | $437.00 | 1528307188 - SGFC SURGERY CENTER, LLC, SGFC SURGERY CENTER | 208131466 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $1233.00 | 1134431323 - BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272875760 - (MD) BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CEN | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $5532.00 | 1629032446 - AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER GROUP LTD | 592073099 - (FL) AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER GROUP LTD | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $1509.00 | 1366406233 - MIDDLE TENNESSEE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, L.P. | 621699667 - (TN) MIDDLE TENNESSEE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LP | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $692.00 | 1558926931 - WELLNESS AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 810848308 - (TX) WELLNESS AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $840.00 | 1538549852 - BAKERSFIELD SPECIALISTS SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 465765998 - (CA) BAKERSFIELD SPECIALISTS SURGICAL CENTER | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $2480.00 | 1508837899 - MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER NORTHWEST, LLP, MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER GREATER HEIGHTS | 200689650 - (TX) MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER NORTHWEST LLP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $421.00 | 1114177417 - NISENFELD & CHILTON, MD PA, ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES OF FREDERICK, ASC | 521135399 - (MD) NISENFELD & CHILTON, M.D., P.A. | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $1630.00 | 1871895821 - GWINNETT SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272819709 - (GA) GWINNETT SURGERY CENTER,LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43206 | $699.00 | 1023182581 - MAYS & SCHNAPP PAIN CLINIC & REHABILITATION CENTER | 621512849 - (TN) MAYS SCHNAPP PAIN CLINIC REHABILITATION CENTER | TN | 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 43206 vs. Other Endoscopy Procedures on the Esophagus Codes
The CPT 43206 code is part of the Esophagoscopy Procedures services used for Endoscopy Procedures on the Esophagus. 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 43206 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 43197-CPT | Moderate | Esophagoscopy Flex Dx Brush, Esophagoscopy Flexible Transnasal Diagnostic Including Collection Of Specimen S By Brushing Or Washing When Performed Separate Procedure |
| 43198-CPT | Moderate | Esophagus Exam With Scope, Exam Of The Esophagus Using A Scope (Endoscope). The Procedure May Include Taking A Sample Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 43204-CPT | Moderate | Esophagoscopy Flex Transoral; W/ Inject Sclerosis Of Esopha, Esophagoscopy Flexible Transoral; With Injection Sclerosis Of Esopha |
| 43206-CPT | Moderate | Esophagoscopy Flex Transoral; W/ Optical Endomicroscopy, Esophagoscopy Flexible Transoral; With Optical Endomicroscopy |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 43206. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 43206 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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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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