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CPT 45346 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: November 2025

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.

Sigmoidoscopy, Flexible; Diagnostic, Including Collection Of Specimen(S) By Brushing Or Washing, When Performed With Ablation Of Tumor(S), Polyp(S), Or Other Lesions(S) Includ
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center

Common Modifiers

None

PT - Colorectal cancer screening test; converted to diagnostic test or other procedure

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelHigh
CMS$2,083.12 Physician Fee Schedule

National average reimbursement for CPT 45346 by major payers:

bcbs

$2,095.09

uhc

$2,474.88

aetna

$3,120.10

cigna

$3,409.16

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United
45346$1955.001992721591 - DAY SURGERY CENTER OF NORTH TEXAS LTD260308454TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$680.001376542076 - FREDERICK SURGICAL CENTER, LLC521652443 - (MD) FREDERICK SURGICAL CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$512.001225517279 - ORLANDO OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LLC821372628 - (FL) ORLANDO OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$2573.001588681373 - CONSTITUTION SURGERY CENTER EAST LLC61574704 - (CT) CONSTITUTION EYE SURGERY CENTER EAST, LLCCTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$2200.001871519314 - NORTHERN LITHO INC161511455 - (FL) NORTHERN LITHO, INC.FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$643.001306274097 - INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT LLC452192531 - (IN) INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT LLCINAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$803.001033105960 - SURGERY CENTER OF OAK RIDGE, LLC, ADVANCED FAMILY SURGERY CENTER621801416 - (TN) ADVANCED FAMILY SURGERY CENTERTNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$1608.001700807617 - ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE ROCKIES LLC, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE ROCKIES LAFAYETTE841562782 - (CO) ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE ROCKIES LLCCOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$626.001538101373 - DANVILLE POLYCLINIC, LTD, DANVILLE POLYCLINIC LTD ASTC370967248 - (IL) DANVILLE POLYCLINIC, LTD.ILAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$1000.001538664644 - TAMPA BAY SURGERY CENTER ASSOCIATES LTD, CENTER FOR ADVANCED SURGICAL SPECIALIST593210851 - (FL) TAMPA BAY SURGERY CENTER ASSOCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$512.001578917035 - HABANA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC475162374 - (FL) HABANA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$913.001972758183 - DIGESTIVE DISEASE ASSOCIATES ENDOSCOPY SUITE, LLC260448163 - (CT) DIGESTIVE DISEASE ASSOCIATES ENDOSCOPY SUITE LLCCTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$448.001548359037 - SURGERY CENTER OF BRANSON, SURGERY CENTER OF BRANSON LLC680627781 - (MO) SURGERY CENTER OF BRANSONMOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$1297.001518323435 - SOUTHTOWNS SURGERY CENTER LLC464742028 - (NY) SOUTHTOWNS SURGERY CENTER LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
45346$5049.081255473625 - HILARY NWOSU350593390 - DEACONESS HOSPITAL INCCAEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 45346 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes

The CPT 45346 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 45346 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
45333-CPTModerateSigmoidoscopy Flexible; With Removal Of Tumor(S) Polyp(S) Or Other Lesion(S) By Hot Biopsy Forceps(Desc Revised 01/01/15)
45338-CPTModerateSigmoidoscopy, Flexible; With Removal Of Tumor(S), Polyp(S), Or Other Lesion(S) By Snare Technique
45346-CPTHighSigmoidoscopy, Flexible; Diagnostic, Including Collection Of Specimen(S) By Brushing Or Washing, When Performed With Ablation Of Tumor(S), Polyp(S), Or Other Lesions(S) Includ
45347-CPTModerateSigmoidoscopy, Flexible; Diagnostic, Including Collection Of Specimens By Brushing Or Washing, When Performed With Placement Of Endoscopic Stent Includes Pre And Post-Dilat

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 45346. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 45346 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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