CPT 49082 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Incision Procedures on the Abdomen, Peritoneum, and Omentum Surgical Procedures on the Abdomen, Peritoneum, and Omentum |
| Common Place of Service | 23 - Emergency Room 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None AG - Primary physician GC - Service performed by resident under supervision |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 49082 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 49082 by major payers:
$238.63
$259.00
$293.39
$353.20
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 49082 | $1160.00 | 1285251132 - WEST BOZEMAN SURGERY CENTER, LLC, BOZEMAN OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER | 371912708 - (MT) WEST BOZEMAN SURGERY CENTER LLC | MT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $840.00 | 1386647402 - PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, LLC, PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, INC. | 593438026 - (FL) PHYSICIANS DAY SURGERY CENTER, INC. | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1245.00 | 1508342114 - ACTD,LLC, GREEN MOUNTAIN SURGERY CENTER | 472161109 - (VT) ACTDLLC | VT | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $647.00 | 1053407353 - ROC-ASC, LLP | 200932645 - (TX) ROCASC LLP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $430.00 | 1982744231 - SOUTHLAND ENDOSCOPY CENTER, SOUTHLAND ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 330607952 - (CA) SOUTHLAND ENDOSCOPY CENTER | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $2114.00 | 1962663559 - GASTROINTESTINAL ASSOCIATES ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 262157335 | WI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $3481.00 | 1629738471 - ST VINCENT HOSPITAL-HOSPITAL SISTERS-THIRD ORDER OF ST FRANCIS, PREVEA SURGERY CENTER | 390817529 - ST VINCENT HOSPITAL-HOSPITAL SISTERS-THIRD ORDER OF ST FRANCIS | WI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1179.00 | 1790344182 - BRISTOL AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 834345983 | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1064.00 | 1194744532 - MOSES CONE MEDICAL SERVICES INC., LEBAUER ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 561714318 - MOSES CONE MEDICAL SERVICES INC | NC | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1179.00 | 1811515034 - SALMON SURGERY CENTER LLC | 844895716 - (WA) SALMON SURGERY CENTER LLC | WA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $602.00 | 1821064031 - PIEDMONT DAY SURGERY CENTER INC | 541514162 | VA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1955.00 | 1992721591 - DAY SURGERY CENTER OF NORTH TEXAS LTD | 260308454 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $364.00 | 1548655053 - MISSISSIPPI UROLOGY OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 463162562 - (MS) MISSISSIPPI UROLOGY OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER LLC | MS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $1528.00 | 1346237328 - VICTORIA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LP, THE SURGERY CENTER | 352240144 - (TX) VICTORIA AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 49082 | $637.00 | 1497776553 - ALPINE SURGERY CENTER LLC | 204038061 | CO | 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 49082 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Abdomen, Peritoneum, and Omentum Codes
The CPT 49082 code is part of the Incision Procedures on the Abdomen, Peritoneum, and Omentum services used for Surgical Procedures on the Abdomen, Peritoneum, and Omentum. 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 49082 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 49082-CPT | Moderate | Remove Fluid From Abdomen, A Procedure To Remove Excess Fluid That Has Accumulated In The Abdomen. In Some Cases Scans Are Used To Help View The Area. |
| 49083-CPT | Moderate | Remove Fluid From Abdomen, A Procedure To Remove Excess Fluid That Has Accumulated In The Abdomen. In Some Cases Scans Are Used To Help View The Area. |
| 49084-CPT | Low | Test Fluid In Lower Abdomen, A Procedure To Check For Blood In The Lower Abdomen Near The Pubic Bone. If No Blood Is Removed Saline Is Swished Around And Removed For Testing. The Procedure Is Part Of Assessment After An Injury. |
| 49185-CPT | High | Sclerotx Fluid Collection, Sclerotherapy Of A Fluid Collection Eg Lymphocele Cyst Or Seroma Percutaneous Including Contrast Injection S Sclerosant Injection S Diagnostic Study Imaging Guidance Eg Ultrasound Fluoroscopy And Radiological Supervision And Interpretation When Performed |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 49082. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 49082 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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