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Last Verified: October 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.
Surgery To Repair Groin Hernia, Surgery To Repair A Hernia In The Groin. The Procedure May Involve Draining Fluid That Has Collected Around A Testicle (Hydrocele).
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| 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 RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 49500 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 49500 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 49500 by major payers:
$534.73
$537.66
$596.00
$660.15
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CPT 49500
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Toms River Surgery Center, LLC, Toms River Surgery Center
Toms River Surgery Center LLC
$4,370.00Published rateBaptist Medical Park Surgery Center LLC
$3,456.00Published rateSurgcenter Of Western Maryland, LLC
$2,117.00Published rateR Choice Surgical Center LLC
$1,278.00Published rateTiftarea Endoscopy Center, Inc.
Tiftarea Endoscopy Center Inc
$734.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 49500 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes
The CPT 49500 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 49500 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 49491-CPT | High | Rpr Hern Preemie Reduc, Repair Initial Inguinal Hernia Preterm Infant Younger Than 37 Weeks Gestation At Birth Performed From Birth Up To 50 Weeks Postconception Age With Or Without Hydrocelectomy Reducible |
| 49492-CPT | High | Rpr Ing Hern Premie Blocked, Repair Initial Inguinal Hernia Preterm Infant Younger Than 37 Weeks Gestation At Birth Performed From Birth Up To 50 Weeks Postconception Age With Or Without Hydrocelectomy Incarcerated Or Strangulated |
| 49495-CPT | Moderate | Rpr Ing Hernia Baby Reduc, Repair Initial Inguinal Hernia Full Term Infant Younger Than Age 6 Months Or Preterm Infant Older Than 50 Weeks Postconception Age And Younger Than Age 6 Months At The Time Of Surgery With Or Without Hydrocelectomy Reducible |
| 49500-CPT | Moderate | Surgery To Repair Groin Hernia, Surgery To Repair A Hernia In The Groin. The Procedure May Involve Draining Fluid That Has Collected Around A Testicle (Hydrocele). |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 49500. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 49500 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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