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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Removal Of Female Genitals, Surgery To Remove A Womans Entire Genital Structure Including Tissue Deep In The Groin And Abdomen. The Procedure May Remove Lymph Nodes As Well. Reconstructive Surgery Will Be Required.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Female Genital System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 50 - Bilateral Procedure 51 - Multiple procedures 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 56640 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 56640 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 56640 by major payers:
$1,991.75
$1,984.90
$1,979.80
$2,442.18
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CPT 56640
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Northwest Surgery Center LLC, Foot & Ankle Surgery Center
$6,659.00Published rateAudubon Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC, Audubon Surgery Center
Audubon Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC.
$1,064.00Published rateAscentist Asc Merriam, LLC, Ascentist Ear, Nose And Throat Institute
Ascentist Asc Merriam LLC
$800.00Published rateCapital Surgery Center LLC
$474.00Published rateShadelands Advanced Endoscopy Institute, Inc.
Shadelands Advanced Endoscopy Institute Inc
$135.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 56640 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Female Genital System Codes
The CPT 56640 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Female 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 56640 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 56630-CPT | High | External Genital Surgery, Surgery To Remove Cancerous Tissue That Has Advanced Deeply Into The Genital Structure. This Procedure Involves Complete Removal Of The Vulva Along With Some Deeper Tissue And Lymph Nodes. Reconstructive Surgery Will Be Required. |
| 56631-CPT | High | External Genital Surgery, Surgery To Remove Cancerous Tissue That Has Advanced Deeply Into The Genital Structure. This Procedure Involves Complete Removal Of The Vulva Along With Some Deeper Tissue And Lymph Nodes. Reconstructive Surgery Will Be Required. |
| 56632-CPT | High | External Genital Surgery, Surgery To Remove Cancerous Tissue That Has Advanced Deeply Into The Genital Structure. This Procedure Involves Complete Removal Of The Vulva Along With Some Deeper Tissue And Lymph Nodes. Reconstructive Surgery Will Be Required. |
| 56640-CPT | High | Removal Of Female Genitals, Surgery To Remove A Womans Entire Genital Structure Including Tissue Deep In The Groin And Abdomen. The Procedure May Remove Lymph Nodes As Well. Reconstructive Surgery Will Be Required. |
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A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 56640. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 56640 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
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