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CPT 47553 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: November 2025

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.

Biliary Endoscopy;Bx/Collec Spec
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

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelModerate
CMS$267.18 Physician Fee Schedule

National average reimbursement for CPT 47553 by major payers:

bcbs

$381.58

uhc

$407.01

aetna

$406.57

cigna

$483.25

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For billing codeCPT 47553
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United
47553$1048.001467472688 - WEST CLINIC ASTC, WEST CLINIC, PC621526296 - THE WEST CLINIC, PLLCTNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$4500.001528012978 - NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SURGERY CENTER LP680561196 - (CA) NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SURGERY CENTER LPCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$2550.001962661884 - ACD-SA, LTD., SENDERO IMAGING AND TREATMENT CENTER742822681TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$4866.001366411829 - SUMMIT SURGERY CENTER, L.P., DR. ROY A. HIMELFARB SURGERY CENTER251845303 - (PA) SUMMIT SURGERY CENTER LPPAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$2266.001053391169 - ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE SOUTH BAY LP, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE SOUTH BAY621555410CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$1100.001841284742 - KLEINERT KUTZ SURGERY CENTER, LLC352095662 - (IN) KLEINERT KUTZ SURGERY CENTER LLCINAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$3917.001639701980 - ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY CENTER OF PANTHER CREEK LLC843730735 - (NC) ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY CENTER OF PANTHER CREEK LLCNCAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$805.001205917101 - CATARACT & LASER CENTER, INC.42907424 - (MA) THE CATARACT AND LASER CENTER, IMAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$6087.001811001860 - THE OUTPATIENT CENTER, LLC, THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD.650440864 - (FL) THE OUTPATIENT CENTER OF BOYNTON BEACH, LTD.FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$15008.001104996768 - GREATER DAYTON SURGERY CENTER LLC202913367 - (OH) GREATER DAYTON SURGERY CENTEROHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$1826.001114924651 - CARILION SURGERY CENTER NEW RIVER VALLEY, LLC, CARILION800091329 - (VA) CARILION SURGERY CENTER NEW RIVER VALLEY, LLCVAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$3000.001528553559 - SURGICAL PAIN CENTER OF THE ADIRONDACKS, LLC821943675 - (NY) SURGICAL PAIN CENTER OF THE ADIRONDACKS LLCNYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$894.001619517539 - MOUNTAIN WEST DERM813253496IDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$2258.001326132291 - MADISON STREET SURGERY CENTER, LLC841499650 - (CO) MADISON STREET SURGERY CENTER LLCCOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
47553$8207.001649233180 - WEST PARK SURGERY CENTER, L.P., MEDICAL CITY SURGERY CENTER/MCKINNEY800002697 - (TX) WEST PARK SURGERY CENTER LPTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
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 47553 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes

The CPT 47553 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 47553 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
47550-CPTModerateBiliary Endoscopy,Intraoperative
47552-CPTModerateBiliary Endoscopy Percutaneous Via T-Tube Or Other Tract; Diagnostic With Collection Of Specimen(S) By Brushing And/Or Washing When Performed (Separate Procedure) (Revised 01/01/2014)
47553-CPTModerateBiliary Endoscopy;Bx/Collec Spec
47554-CPTModerateCholedochoscopy Percut - Rem Stone

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 47553. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 47553 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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