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CPT 49616 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: November 2025

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.

Repair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia(S) (Ie, Epigastric, Incisional, Ventral, Umbilical, Spigelian), Any Approach (Ie, Open, Laparoscopic, Robotic), Recurrent, Including Implantation Of Mesh Or Other Prosthesis When Performed, Total Length Of Defect(S); 3 Cm To 10 Cm, Incarcerated Or Strangulated
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

AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery

22 - Increased Procedural Services

Complexity LevelHigh
CMS$835.19 Physician Fee Schedule

National average reimbursement for CPT 49616 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,102.92

uhc

$1,225.36

aetna

$1,146.01

cigna

$1,460.13

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For billing codeCPT 49616
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United
49616$7621.001902959190 - RIVA ROAD SURGICAL CENTER, LLC870774597 - (MD) RIVA ROAD SURGICAL CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$3375.001508199720 - NEWBRIDGE SURGERY CENTER AT FREDERICK264650604 - (MD) NEWBRIDGE SURGERY CENTER AT FREDERICKMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$3800.001174571970 - DCR SURGERY CENTER, LLC200019313 - (OH) DCR SURGERY CENTER LLCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$4189.001457784852 - SMART PAIN SURGERY CENTER AT OWINGS MILLS, LLC, CLEARWAY SURGERY CENTER OF OWINGS MILLS454995677 - (MD) SMART PAIN SURGERY CENTER AT OWINGS MILLS LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$1606.001477698454 - REGIONAL EYE SURGERY CENTER,LLC721484653 - (LA) REGIONAL EYE SURGERY CENTER, LLCLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$1962.001538153994 - SOUTH FLORIDA CENTER FOR ENDOSCOPY & DIGESTIVE DISEASE LLC, KENDALL ENDOSCOPY & SURGERY CENTER651112489 - (FL) SOUTH FLORIDA CENTER FOR ENDOSCOPY & DIGESTIVE DISEASE, LLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$6588.001275682627 - SUMMIT VIEW SURGERY CENTER, LLC20659552 - (CO) SUMMIT VIEW SURGERY CENTER, LLCCOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$1062.001235285628 - DAYTON EYE SURGERY CENTER L.L.C., DAYTON EYE SURGERY CENTER311596557 - (OH) DAYTON EYE SURGERY CENTEROHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$6087.001134431323 - BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENTER, LLC272875760 - (MD) BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE SURGERY CENMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$6010.001487246229 - PRESBYTERIAN RUST MEDICAL CENTER ASC LLC, NEW MEXICO SURGERY CENTER-MULTI SPECIALTY861495452NMAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$1523.001306924170 - DELMAR SURGICAL CENTER LLC621717312 - (MD) DELMAR SURGICAL CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$1100.001780958207 - LANCASTER SURGERY CENTER, INC.320361416 - (OH) LANCASTER SURGERY CENTER INCOHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$2231.001578077103 - SNNAC LLC, AZURA SURGERY CENTER NORTHERN NEVADA821669704 - (NV) SNNAC LLCNVAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$3000.001023151974 - DEL MAR SURGERY CENTER330869192 - (CA) DEL MAR SURGERY CENTERCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
49616$3232.001578914891 - DH PHYSICIANS AMBULATORY SERVICES812885619PAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
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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
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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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CPT 49616 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Digestive System Codes

The CPT 49616 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 49616 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
49613-CPTModerateRepair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia(S) (Ie, Epigastric, Incisional, Ventral, Umbilical, Spigelian), Any Approach (Ie, Open, Laparoscopic, Robotic), Recurrent, Including Implantation Of Mesh Or Other Prosthesis When Performed, Total Length Of Defect(S); Less Than 3 Cm, Reducible
49614-CPTModerateRepair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia(S) (Ie, Epigastric, Incisional, Ventral, Umbilical, Spigelian), Any Approach (Ie, Open, Laparoscopic, Robotic), Recurrent, Including Implantation Of Mesh Or Other Prosthesis When Performed, Total Length Of Defect(S); Less Than 3 Cm, Incarcerated Or Strangulated
49615-CPTModerateRepair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia(S) (Ie, Epigastric, Incisional, Ventral, Umbilical, Spigelian), Any Approach (Ie, Open, Laparoscopic, Robotic), Recurrent, Including Implantation Of Mesh Or Other Prosthesis When Performed, Total Length Of Defect(S); 3 Cm To 10 Cm, Reducible
49616-CPTHighRepair Of Anterior Abdominal Hernia(S) (Ie, Epigastric, Incisional, Ventral, Umbilical, Spigelian), Any Approach (Ie, Open, Laparoscopic, Robotic), Recurrent, Including Implantation Of Mesh Or Other Prosthesis When Performed, Total Length Of Defect(S); 3 Cm To 10 Cm, Incarcerated Or Strangulated

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 49616. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 49616 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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