CPT 45126 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 • None • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 62 - Co-Surgeons • 22 - Increased Procedural Services |
| Complexity Level | High |
| CMS | $2,633.33 Physician Fee Schedule |
National average reimbursement for CPT 45126 by major payers:
$3,427.48
$3,724.70
$3,864.74
$4,535.90
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 45126 | $629.00 | 1013298926 - MATTHEWS SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 273634811 - (NC) MATTHEWS SURGERY CENTER LLC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $4893.00 | 1508837899 - MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER NORTHWEST, LLP, MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER GREATER HEIGHTS | 200689650 - (TX) MEMORIAL HERMANN SURGERY CENTER NORTHWEST LLP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $340.00 | 1548296296 - ENT SURGERY CENTER OF AUGUSTA, LLC | 20577882 - (GA) ENT SURGERY CENTER OF AUGUSTA LLC | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $3983.00 | 1407116361 - MONTEREY PENINSULA SURGERY CENTER CAPITOLA, CAPITOLA SURGERY CENTER | 770470910 - (CA) MONTEREY PENINSULA SURGERY CENTER, LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $1167.00 | 1669574539 - MANCHESTER SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 205953313 | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $1686.00 | 1962676304 - 32ND STREET SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 261339811 - (MO) 32ND STREET SURGERY CENTER, L.L.C. | MO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $1064.00 | 1174802045 - LEONARDTOWN SURGERY CENTER LLC | 452019132 - (MD) LEONARDTOWN SURGERY CENTER, LLC | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $2888.00 | 1457960536 - LAKE GEORGE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 844411548 - (IN) LAKE GEORGE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | IN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $350.00 | 1992423719 - ENDOSCOPY ASC OF MIDDLE GEORGIA LLC | 883065469 | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $637.00 | 1861663098 - ASCENT SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 262011928 - (CO) ASCENT SURGERY CENTER LLC | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $937.00 | 1881015584 - ACE ENDOSCOPY AND SURGERY CENTER | 464212208 - (CA) ACE ENDOSCOPY & SURGERY CENTER, INC. | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $2172.00 | 1508871211 - TEXAS DIGESTIVE DISEASE CENTER, LTD | 273578014 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $464.00 | 1306162920 - SOUTH TEXAS AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, PLLC | 272293402 - (TX) SOUTH TEXAS AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER PLLC | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $569.00 | 1154481984 - SPRING VALLEY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 880512805 - (NV) SPRING VALLEY SURGERY CENTER LLC | NV | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 45126 | $969.00 | 1508135658 - SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS LLC | 450581955 - (GA) SURGERY CENTER OF ATHENS LLC | GA | 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 45126 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 45126 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 45126 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 45111-CPT | High | Proctectomy W Part Resect Rectum |
| 45112-CPT | High | Proctectmy,Comb.Pull-Thru Proc,1-2 |
| 45119-CPT | High | Proctectomy, Combined Abdominoperineal Pull-Through Procedure (Eg, Colo-Anal Anastomosis), With Creation Of Colonic Reservoir (Eg, J-Pouch), With Diverting Enterostomy When Performed |
| 45126-CPT | High | Pelvic Exenteration For Colorectal Malignancy With Proctectomy (With Or Without Colostomy) With Removal Of Bladder And Ureteral Transplantations And/Or Hysterectomy Or Cervicectomy With Or Without Removal Of Tube(S) With Or Without Removal Of Ovary(S) Or Any Combination Thereof |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 45126. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 45126 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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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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