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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Small Bowel Endoscopy Biopsy, Small Intestinal Endoscopy Enteroscopy Beyond Second Portion Of Duodenum Not Including Ileum With Biopsy Single Or Multiple
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System |
| Common Place of Service | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $140.62 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 44361 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $114.65 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 44361 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 44361 by major payers:
$228.51
$221.79
$243.70
$267.07
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CPT 44361
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Memorial Hermann Health System
$4,633.00Published rateCr Emergency Room LLC, Baylor Scott & White Emergency Hospital Aubrey
$2,623.00Published rateEast Texas Medical Center Athens
$1,586.00Published rateThibodaux Endoscopy LLC
Thibodaux Endoscopy, L.L.C.
$423.00Published rateMehdi Abouei
$131.11Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 44361 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 44361 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 44361 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 44360-CPT | Low | Small Intestinal Endoscopy Enteroscopy Beyond Second Portion Of Duodenum Not Including Ileum; Diagnostic Including Collection Of Specimen(S) By Brushing Or Washing When Performed (Separate Procedure) (Desc Revised 01/01/15) |
| 44361-CPT | Moderate | Small Bowel Endoscopy Biopsy, Small Intestinal Endoscopy Enteroscopy Beyond Second Portion Of Duodenum Not Including Ileum With Biopsy Single Or Multiple |
| 44363-CPT | Moderate | Small Intestinal Endoscopy En, Small Intestinal Endoscopy Enteroscopy Beyond Second Portion Of Duodenum Not Including Ileum Withremoval Of Foreign Body(S) |
| 44364-CPT | Moderate | Small Intestinal Endoscopy En, Small Intestinal Endoscopy Enteroscopy Beyond Secondportion Of Duodenum Not Including Ileum With Removal Of Tumor(S) Polyp(S) Or Other Lesion(S)By Snare Technique |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 44361. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 44361 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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