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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Stomach Band Adjustment, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Laparoscope) To Adjust The Location Or Sizing Of A Restrictive Band Placed Around The Upper Stomach.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery AG - Primary physician 80 - Assistant surgeon LL NU |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,206.11 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 43771 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $934.36 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 43771 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 43771 by major payers:
$1,682.99
$1,703.99
$1,775.13
$2,053.04
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CPT 43771
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Lone Star Endoscopy Center LLC
$13,118.00Published rateHasbrouck Heights Surgery Center, LLC
Hasbrouck Heights Surgery Cent
$2,392.00Published rateLubbock Surgery Center, LLC
Lubbock Surgery Center LLC
$1,750.00Published rateSouthpoint Surgery Center, LLC
$1,250.00Published rateBoston Ivf, Inc., The Surgery Center Of Waltham
Boston Ivf, LLC
$177.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 43771 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 43771 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 43771 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 43770-CPT | High | Laparoscopy Surgical Gastric, Laparoscopy Surgical Gastric Restrictive Procedure Placement Of Adjustable Gastric Restrictive Device (E.G. Gastric Band And Subcutaneous Port Components) |
| 43771-CPT | High | Stomach Band Adjustment, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Laparoscope) To Adjust The Location Or Sizing Of A Restrictive Band Placed Around The Upper Stomach. |
| 43772-CPT | High | Surgery To Remove Stomach Band, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Laparoscope) To Remove An Adjustable Band Placed Around The Stomach. Access Ports That May Have Been Placed Under The Skin Also Are Removed At This Time. |
| 43773-CPT | High | Laparoscopy, Surgical, Gastric Restrictive Procedure; Removal & Replacement Of Adjustable Gastric Restrictive Device -Medicaid Rn Review: Comm Rn Review=1/1/2006-3/27/2023 |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 43771. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 43771 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
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Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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