CPT 43265 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 | Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) Procedures Endoscopy Procedures on the Esophagus |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 51 - Multiple procedures 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 43265 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 43265 by major payers:
$621.73
$646.90
$678.48
$750.75
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 43265 | $2000.00 | 1053481960 - AESTHETIC ASSOCIATES INC., P.S., SEATTLE FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER | 911650765 - (WA) AESTHETIC ASSOCIATES INC PS | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $1660.00 | 1770019200 - GEORGIA CATARACT AND EYE SPECIALTY CENTER LLC, GEORGIA CATARACT AND EYE SPECIALTY CENTER | 461115901 - (GA) GEORGIA CATARACT AND EYE SPECIALTY CENTER LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $1923.00 | 1164811923 - SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN, SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER-LEXINGTON | 362193608 - SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN | KY | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $1050.00 | 1831636752 - RIVER VIEW SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 814790945 - (ID) RIVER VIEW SURGERY CENTER, LLC | ID | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $360.38 | 1942224001 - KRISTI COTTRELL | 350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INC | CA | Nurse Practitioner (363L00000X) |
United | 43265 | $1530.00 | 1497090740 - OLOL PONTCHARTRAIN SURGERY CENTER, LLC, OUR LADY OF THE LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN SURGERY CENTER | 461379031 - (LA) OLOL PONTCHARTRAIN SURGERY CENTE | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $1548.00 | 1174588206 - CHARLESTON SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | 581709761 - (SC) CHARLESTON SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | SC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $830.00 | 1619218096 - SAN MARCOS ASC LLC | 800899088 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $4304.00 | 1710931860 - GRASS VALLEY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272185264 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $575.00 | 1023015989 - TUCSON GASTROENTEROLOGY INSTITUTE, LLC | 860966257 - (AZ) TUCSON GASTROENTEROLOGY INSTITUTE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $730.00 | 1003888710 - DIGESTIVE ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 311508446 - (OH) DIGESTIVE ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $830.00 | 1982965612 - SKYPARK SURGERY CENTER LLC | 455320930 - (CA) SKYPARK SURGERY CENTER LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $2119.00 | 1710940218 - DENVER MID-TOWN SURGERY CENTER LTD | 752548180 - DENVER MIDTOWN SURGERY CENTER LTD | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $439.00 | 1689843963 - PAIN-MDS AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 261980849 - (AZ) PAINMDS AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43265 | $1962.00 | 1073763652 - LEBONHEUR EAST SURGERY CENTER II LP, LEBONHEUR EAST SURGERY CENTER LP | 800247391 - (TN) LEBONHEUR EAST SURGERY CENTER II LP | 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 43265 vs. Other Endoscopy Procedures on the Esophagus Codes
The CPT 43265 code is part of the Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) 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 43265 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 43260-CPT | Moderate | Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (Ercp); Diagnostic Including Collection Of Specimen(S) By Brushing Or Washing When Performed(Separate Procedure) (Revised 01/01/2014) |
| 43264-CPT | Moderate | Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangi, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (Ercp) With Endoscopic Retrograde Removal Of Stone(S) From Biliary Andor Pancreatic Ducts |
| 43265-CPT | Moderate | Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangi, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (Ercp) With Destruction Of Calculi Any Method (Eg Mechanical Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy) |
| 43266-CPT | Moderate | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Fl, Esophagogastroduodenoscopy Flexible Transoral With Placement Of Endoscopic Stent (Includes Pre- And Post-Dilation And Guide Wire Passage When Performed) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 43265. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 43265 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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