CPT 43999 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System |
| Common Place of Service | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • GC - Service performed by resident under supervision |
| Complexity Level | High |
National average reimbursement for CPT 43999 by major payers:
$1,221.04
$152.15
$3,547.30
$1,213.55
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 43999 | $600.00 | 1316276512 - WOMEN'S SURGICAL CENTER | 10871079 - (GA) WOMENS SURGICAL CENTER | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $467.00 | 1891716767 - FEMI-CARE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 710895222 - (MD) FEMICARE SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $496.00 | 1154352847 - ATLANTA SURGERY CENTERS, ATLANTA SURGERY CENTERS | 270318863 | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $680.00 | 1861702359 - INLAND OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER, INC. | 900621582 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $2629.00 | 1861782591 - CENTER FOR AMBULATORY AND MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY LLC, CAMIS | 270907140 - (NJ) CENTER FOR AMBULATORY AND MINI | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $541.00 | 1023399318 - CANDESCENT EYE SURGICENTER LLC | 452898656 | RI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $392.00 | 1528274719 - LASER AND VISION SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 61553382 - (CT) LASER AND VISION SURGERY CENTER LLC | CT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $553.00 | 1881002343 - INNOVATIVE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 471395981 - (MD) INNOVATIVE SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $1233.00 | 1366935074 - SKYWAY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 813237016 - (FL) SKYWAY SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $836.00 | 1831217231 - THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT BAINBRIDGE LLC | 205430025 - (OH) THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT BAINBRIDGE LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $2787.00 | 1710931860 - GRASS VALLEY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272185264 | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $1275.00 | 1346508520 - FIRST GI ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER LLC | 270870899 - (NJ) FIRST GI ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER LLC | NJ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $3476.00 | 1649482449 - METHODIST HEALTHCARE SYSTEM OF SAN ANTONIO, LTD., L.L.P., METHODIST HOSPITAL | 742730328 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $459.00 | 1982284485 - FLORIDA ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER, LLC, HERNANDO ENDOSCOPY & SURGERY CENTER | 593622500 - (FL) FLORIDA ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER, LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 43999 | $1987.00 | 1801179619 - SURGICARE OF FREEHOLD LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | 273075822 - (NJ) SURGICARE OF FREEHOLD LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | NJ | 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 43999 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 43999 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 43999 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 43999-CPT | High | Unlisted Procedure, Stomach Intestines |
| 44005-CPT | High | Enterolysis W Acute Bowel Obstruct |
| 44010-CPT | High | Duodenotomy |
| 44015-CPT | Low | Tube Or Needle Catheter Jejunostomy For Enteral Alimentation, Intraoperative, Any Method (List Separately In Addition To 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 43999. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 43999 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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