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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.
Parathyroid Gland Surgery, Surgery To Remove And Re-Implant One Of The 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 AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery 80 - Assistant surgeon |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 60512 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 60512 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 60512 by major payers:
$295.85
$323.26
$339.16
$400.92
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CPT 60512
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Medical Center Surgery Associates, Lp
Medical Center Surgery Associates Lp
$2,965.00Published rateRiverside Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC, The Endoscopy & Colonoscopy Center
Riverside Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC
$566.00Published rateMid Cities Asc, Lp
$200.00Published rateVance Thompson Vision Surgery Center Alexandria, LLC
Vance Thompson Vision Surgery Center Alexandria LLC
$125.00Published rateRadiance-A Private Outpatient Surgery Center LLC, Radiance Surgery Center
Radiance, LLC
$58.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 60512 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System Codes
The CPT 60512 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 60512 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 60505-CPT | High | Parathyroidectomy Or Explorati, Parathyroidectomy Or Exploration Of Parathyroid(S) Withmediastinal Exploration Sternal Split Or Transthoracic Approach |
| 60512-CPT | Moderate | Parathyroid Gland Surgery, Surgery To Remove And Re-Implant One Of The Parathyroid Glands. These Glands Sit On Top Of The Thyroid Gland In The Neck. |
| 60520-CPT | High | Surgery To Remove Thymus, Surgery To Remove The Thymus. The Thymus Is A Gland Of The Immune System Located Just Above The Heart In The Chest. |
| 60521-CPT | High | Thymectomy Partial Or Total, Thymectomy Partial Or Total Sternal Split Or Transthoracicapproach Without Radical Mediastinal Dissection (Separate Procedure) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 60512. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 60512 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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