CPT 44388 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 | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 33 - Preventive Services PT - Colorectal cancer screening test; converted to diagnostic test or other procedure |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 44388 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 44388 by major payers:
$381.44
$422.57
$463.93
$271.20
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 44388 | $565.00 | 1053560896 - ASC DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, LLC, NATIONAL SPINE AND PAIN CENTERS | 203405773 - (MD) ASC DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $1233.00 | 1659793040 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $580.00 | 1194968677 - PROFESSIONAL SURGICENTER, INC | 330970915 - (CA) PROFESSIONAL SURGICENTER INC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $1400.00 | 1871032680 - OLIVE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, NORTH CAMPUS SURGERY CENTER | 203834012 - (MO) OLIVE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $1528.00 | 1205945243 - FLORIDA ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 593646134 - (FL) FLORIDA ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $820.00 | 1255332805 - PRAIRIELAND OUTPATIENT DIAGNOSTIC CENTER LLC, DIGESTIVE DISEASE ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 50540368 - (IL) PRAIRIELAND OUTPATIENT DIAGNOSTIC CENTER, LLC | IL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $400.00 | 1194718940 - 20-20 SURGERY CENTER LLC | 331066427 - (PA) 2020 SURGERY CENTER LLC | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $197.00 | 1194999359 - JEFFREY L BOBER DPM PA, JEFFREY L BOBER DPM PA ASC | 521706931 - (MD) JEFFREY L BOBER DPM PA | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $766.00 | 1225058068 - PROCEDURE CENTER OF IRVINE INC., PROCEDURE CENTER OF IRVINE | 330932503 - (CA) PROCEDURE CENTER OF IRVINE INC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $1311.00 | 1245482280 - NORTHWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC, NORTHWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | 263548852 - (OR) NORTHWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $544.00 | 1407828494 - INDEPENDENCE ASC LLC, THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER - EAST | 621707564 | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $600.00 | 1053852236 - SURGERY CENTER OF ANAHEIM HILLS, LLC | 814260687 - (CA) SURGERY CENTER OF ANAHEIM HILLS LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $1233.00 | 1689664906 - PEDIATRIC SURGERY CENTERS, LLC | 201711553 | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $867.00 | 1841858735 - ELITE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 841973218 | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44388 | $580.00 | 1407327356 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLC, SURGERY CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLC | 832822673 - (CA) ADVANCED SURGICAL CENTER OF BEVERLY HILLS LLC | CA | 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 44388 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 44388 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 44388 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 44322-CPT | High | Surgery For Colon Opening, Surgery To Create An Opening In The Abdominal Wall For Waste From The Intestines. The Procedure Includes Taking Several Samples Of Tissue For Testing (Biopsies). |
| 44388-CPT | Moderate | Intestinal Exam (Colonoscopy), An Exam Of The Lower Part Of The Intestine (Colon) Using A Scope (Colonoscopy). The Procedure May Include Collection Of Cells Or Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 44389-CPT | Moderate | Intestinal Exam (Colonoscopy), An Exam Of The Lower Part Of The Intestine (Colon) Using A Scope (Colonoscopy). The Procedure May Include Collection Of Cells Or Tissue For Testing (Biopsy). |
| 44391-CPT | Moderate | Colonoscopy For Bleeding, Control Of Bleeding Of Large Bowel Using An Endoscope Inserted Through Surgically Created Opening Into Large Bowel From Body Wall (Colostomy) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 44388. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 44388 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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