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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Male Genital System |
| Common Place of Service | 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 51 - Multiple procedures 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 54231 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 54231 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 54231 by major payers:

$182.41

$188.08

$195.21

$232.23
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 54231 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Male Genital System Codes
The CPT 54231 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Male Genital 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 54231 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 54220-CPT | Moderate | Release Of Prolonged Erection, One Of Various Surgeries Designed To Correct Uncontrolled Or Abnormal Blood Flow To The Penis Thus Releasing A Prolonged Erection (Priapism). |
| 54230-CPT | Low | Injec.Proced-Corpora Cavernosogrphy |
| 54231-CPT | Low | Erectile Study With Treatment, Study Of Blood Pressure Variance In The Penis Including Injection Of Medication To Treat Erectile Dysfunction. |
| 54235-CPT | Low | Inject Of Corpora Cavernosa W/ Pharmacolog Agnt(S) (Eg Papave, Injection Of Corpora Cavernosa With Pharmacologic Agent(S) (Eg Papave |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 54231. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 54231 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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