CPT 43254 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 | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System |
| Common Place of Service | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| CMS | $258.13 Physician Fee Schedule |
National average reimbursement for CPT 43254 by major payers:

$360.88

$380.58

$395.24

$469.83
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 43254 | $764.00 | 1003575218 - RENAL FOCUS ASC LLC, RENAL FOCUS ASC PLAINVIEW | 863151108 - (NY) RENAL FOCUS ASC LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1233.00 | 1184125809 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1850.00 | 1508276080 - OHIO SPECIALTY SURGICAL SUITES, LLC | 464078247 - (OH) OHIO SPECIALTY SURGICAL SUITES LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1300.00 | 1689059222 - GOLDSTEP AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 465647464 - (NY) GOLDSTEP AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | NY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $2328.00 | 1144283292 - LAFAYETTE SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | 943419282 - (LA) LAFAYETTE SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $347.00 | 1902020522 - ROME SURGICAL CENTER, P.C. | 208847972 - (GA) ROME SURGICAL CENTER PC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1137.00 | 1659903292 - RACINE DIGESTIVE HEALTH CENTER LLC | 844211105 - (WI) RACINE DIGESTIVE HEALTH CENTER LLC | WI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $630.00 | 1457428005 - FLEMING ISLAND SURGERY CENTER | 202874196 - (FL) FLEMING ISLAND SURGERY CENTER | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $429.00 | 1942318498 - DIGESTIVE DISEASE CENTER | 880291959 | NV | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1528.00 | 1992796742 - SAN ANTONIO ENDOSCOPY, LP, SAN ANTONIO ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 202511329 - (TX) SAN ANTONIO ENDOSCOPY LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $437.00 | 1124664198 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE EAST LLC | 833657018 - (AZ) ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE EAST LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $981.00 | 1558782268 - HOUSTON SURGERY CENTER | 464007273 - (TX) HOUSTON SURGERY CENTER LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1258.00 | 1124125604 - MURDOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | 201543128 - (FL) MURDOCK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTE | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $1114.00 | 1770884140 - TRUCKEE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 273943102 - (CA) TRUCKEE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43254 | $600.00 | 1497296198 - MIDATLANTIC ENDOSCOPY LLC, MID-ATLANTIC GASTROINTESTINAL CENTER II | 814079161 | PA | 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 43254 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 43254 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System. 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 43254 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 43248-CPT | Moderate | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Flexible Transoral; With Insertion Of Guide Wire Followed By Passage Of Dilator(S) Through Esophagus Over Guide Wire (Revised 01/01/2014) |
| 43249-CPT | Moderate | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Flexible Transoral; With Transendoscopic Balloon Dilation Of Esophagus(Less Than 30 Mm Diameter) (Revised 01/01/2014) |
| 43250-CPT | Moderate | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Flexible Transoral; With Removal Of Tumor(S) Polyp(S) Or Other Lesion(S) By Hot Biopsy Forceps (Revised 01/01/2015) |
| 43254-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Tissue Lining Of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using A Flexible Endoscope |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 43254. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 43254 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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