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CPT 47381 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

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.

Ablation, Open, Of One Or More Liver Tumor(S); Cryosurgical
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

LT - Left side of body

51 - Multiple procedures

XS - Separate Structure

AG - Primary physician

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 47381
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 47381

National average reimbursement for CPT 47381 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,827.34

uhc

$1,958.22

aetna

$2,012.85

cigna

$2,335.87

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CPT 47381
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. North Coast Surgery Center Ltd

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1235195033Tax ID 75-2448928

    $7,071.00Published rate
  2. Southwest Connecticut Surgery Center, LLC

    CTAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1467057372Tax ID 85-2607391

    $1,215.00Published rate
  3. Naeem M Akhtar, Madera Ambulatory Endoscopy Center

    Naeem M. Akhtar, M.D.

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1629135843Tax ID 77-0194609

    $658.00Published rate
  4. Palmetto Endoscopy Suite, LLC

    Palmetto Endoscopy Suite LLC

    SCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1972808186Tax ID 27-2203762

    $460.00Published rate
  5. Pain-Mds Ambulatory Surgical Center, LLC

    Painmds Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1689843963Tax ID 26-1980849

    $105.00Published rate

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CPT 47381 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes

The CPT 47381 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 47381 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
47380-CPTHighAblation, Open, Of One Or More Liver Tumor(S); Radiofrequency
47381-CPTHighAblation, Open, Of One Or More Liver Tumor(S); Cryosurgical
47382-CPTHighAblation, One Or More Liver Tumor(S), Percutaneous, Radiofrequency
47383-CPTHighOnce Per Dos Ablation,1 Or More Liver Tumor, Percutaneous, Cryoablation- Rn Review >=05/01/2018; Deny Inv/N10= 01/01/2015-04/30/2018

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 47381. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 47381 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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