CPT 44602 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 | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • 78 - Return to OR - related procedure |
| Complexity Level | High |
| CMS | $1,363.73 Physician Fee Schedule |
National average reimbursement for CPT 44602 by major payers:
$1,722.92
$1,830.83
$1,977.64
$2,240.02
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 44602 | $2353.00 | 1245820042 - ALOE SURGICAL CENTER SCOTTSDALE, LLC | 845112576 - (AZ) ALOE SURGICAL CENTER SCOTTSDALE LLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $1243.00 | 1497851893 - CHINIKO LLC, EYE SURGERY CENTER | 931234805 - (OR) CHINIKO LLC | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $6245.00 | 1215060546 - TEXAS HEALTH HARRIS METHODIST HOSPITAL STEPHENVILLE | 751752253 - (TX) TEXAS HEALTH HARRIS METHODIST HOSPITAL STEPHENVILLE | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $609.00 | 1164697009 - BOX HILL SURGERY CENTER LLC | 262454678 - (MD) BOX HILL SURGERY CENTER LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $2750.00 | 1326144221 - FM ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC, CENTER FOR SPECIAL SURGERY | 364810414 - (ND) FM ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | ND | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $2010.00 | 1073713004 - ADVANCED EYE SURGERY CENTER | 205045500 - (CA) ADVANCED EYE SURGERY CENTER | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $1260.00 | 1063733095 - WOLFE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 272625124 - (IA) WOLFE SURGERY CENTER LLC | IA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $2119.00 | 1477516961 - CENTRUM SURGERY CENTER LTD | 752546712 - (CO) CENTRUM SURGERY CENTER LTD | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $1171.00 | 1174258602 - APOLLO SURGERY CENTER LLC | 320689945 - (CA) APOLLO SURGERY CENTER LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $622.00 | 1942272851 - INDEPENDENCE ASC LLC, THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER - LIBERTY | 621707564 | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $550.00 | 1811052749 - GDC ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | 651240653 - (GA) GDC ENDOSCOPY CENTER LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $2353.00 | 1366444929 - EAST WEST SURGERY CENTER LP | 621797897 - (GA) EAST WEST SURGERY CENTER LP | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $1091.00 | 1104894369 - VALLEY OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER INC | 860585124 - (AZ) VALLEY OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER INC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $972.00 | 1255394771 - DOCTORS HOSPITAL SURGERY CENTER, L.P. | 861072579 - (GA) DOCTORS HOSPITAL SURGERY CENTER LP | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 44602 | $1954.00 | 1568963189 - BAPTIST SURGERY AND ENDOSCOPY CENTERS, LLC, BAPTIST HEALTH ENDOSCOPY CENTER AT MIAMI BEACH | 201796841 | FL | 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 44602 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 44602 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 44602 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 44394-CPT | Moderate | Removal Of Growths Or Polyps Of Large Bowel By Mechanical Snare Using An Endoscope Inserted Through Surgically Created Opening Into Large Bowel To Skin |
| 44500-CPT | Low | Introduction Of Long Gastrointestinal Tube (Eg, Miller-Abbott) |
| 44602-CPT | High | Suture Of Small Intestine (Enterorrhaphy) For Perforated Ulcer, Diverticulum, Wound, Injury, Or Rupture; Single Perforations |
| 44603-CPT | High | Suture Of Small Intestine (Enterorrhaphy) For Perforated Ulcer, Diverticulum, Wound, Injury, Or Rupture; Multiple Perforations |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 44602. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 44602 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
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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