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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.
Parathyroid Gland Surgery, Surgery To Remove Or Explore One Or Both Parathyroid Glands. These Glands Sit On Top Of The Thyroid Gland In The Neck.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None GC - Service performed by resident under supervision 82 - Assistant surgeon - no qualified resident |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 60502 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 60502 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 60502 by major payers:
$1,680.27
$1,697.25
$1,782.59
$2,079.33
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CPT 60502
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The Western Pennsylvania Hospital, Forbes Regional Campus
Highmark Health
$15,452.71Published rateThe Pennsylvania Surgery And Laser Center LLC
Pennsylvania Surgery And Laser
$2,900.00Published rateOrthopedic Surgery Center LLC, Orthopedic Surgery Center
Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC.
$2,011.00Published ratePlastic Surgery Specialists, PC, North Arundel Plastic Surgery Specialists
Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C.
$1,368.00Published rateThe Surgery & Endoscopy Center LLC
The Surgery Endoscopy Center LLC
$625.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 60502 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System Codes
The CPT 60502 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine 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 60502 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 60000-CPT | Moderate | I & D Thyroglossal Cyst, Infected |
| 60280-CPT | Moderate | Excision Of Thyroglossal Duct Cystor Si |
| 60281-CPT | Moderate | Exc Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Repeat |
| 60502-CPT | High | Parathyroid Gland Surgery, Surgery To Remove Or Explore One Or Both Parathyroid Glands. These Glands Sit On Top Of The Thyroid Gland In The Neck. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 60502. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 60502 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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