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CPT 46050 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 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.

I&D Abscess Perianal Superficial
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System

Common Place of Service

23 - Emergency Room

11 - Office

Common Modifiers

None

AG - Primary physician

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 46050

National average reimbursement for CPT 46050 by major payers:

bcbs

$242.69

uhc

$267.23

aetna

$315.63

cigna

$365.68

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For billing codeCPT 46050
PayerCodeRateNPITax IDStateSpecialty

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United
46050$610.001437794625 - VANCE THOMPSON VISION SURGERY CENTER BILLINGS, LLC843362063MTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$242.001306924170 - DELMAR SURGICAL CENTER LLC621717312 - (MD) DELMAR SURGICAL CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$349.001275184293 - JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTERS SERIES, BEL AIR SURGERY CENTER208707724 - (MD) JOHNS HOPKINS SURGERY CENTER SERIESMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1955.001760912554 - BAYLOR SURGICARE AT BAYLOR PLANO, LLC, BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE SURGICARE AT PLANO ALLIANCE813127185 - (TX) BAYLOR SURGICARE AT BAYLOR PLANO LLCTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1297.001649922485 - NORTHERN LAKES SURGERY CENTER LLC874431494 - (MN) NORTHERN LAKES SURGERY CENTER LLCMNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$509.001669414306 - FREEDOM VISION SURGERY CENTER LLC, FREEDOM VISION SURGERY CENTER LLC954673469 - (CA) FREEDOM VISION SURGERY CENTERCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$953.001215492061 - ADVANCED SPINE CENTER OF WISCONSIN, LLC832438541 - (WI) ADVANCED SPINE CENTER OF WISCONSINWIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1021.001679086078 - CYPRESS CREEK OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER, LLC460552249 - (FL) CYPRESS CREEK OUTPATIENT SURGICAL CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1981.001487039517 - KC PAIN ASC, LLC464510621 - (MO) KC PAIN ASC LLCMOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1655.001528340213 - UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR AMBULATORY SURGERY, LLC453017917 - (NJ) UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR AMBULATORY SURGERY LLCNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$725.001720033293 - CLINIC SURGERY CENTER, LLC, NEW TAMPA SURGERY CENTER883196649 - (FL) CLINIC SURGERY CENTER LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$603.001598744732 - MIDWEST EYE SURGERY CENTER, LLC470831193 - (NE) MIDWEST EYE SURGERY CENTER LLCNEAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$944.001659953636 - VCU HEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC863310585 - (VA) VCU HEALTH AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCVAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$934.001720530405 - GRAND RAPIDS SURGICAL SUITES LLC811321919 - (MI) GRAND RAPIDS SURGICAL SUITES, PLLCMIAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
46050$1062.001104082692 - OLD TESSON SURGERY CENTER, L.P., OLD TESSON SURGERY CENTER262876334 - (MO) OLD TESSON SURGERY CENTER LPMOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
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
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 46050 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes

The CPT 46050 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 46050 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
45910-CPTModerateDilate Rectal Stricture W Anes
45999-CPTModerateUnlisted Procedure Rectum
46045-CPTModerateI&D Abscess,Transanal,Under Anesth
46050-CPTModerateI&D Abscess Perianal Superficial

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 46050. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 46050 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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