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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.
Thymectomy Partial Or Total, Thymectomy Partial Or Total Sternal Split Or Transthoracicapproach Without Radical Mediastinal Dissection (Separate Procedure)
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 19 - Off Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 60521 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 60521 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 60521 by major payers:
$1,335.58
$1,512.23
$1,519.50
$1,816.33
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CPT 60521
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The Outpatient Surgery Center Of Cedar Rapids, LLC, Surgery Center Cedar Rapids
The Outpatient Surgery Center Of Cedar Rapids LLC
$2,706.48Published rateCherokee Farm Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC
Cherokee Farm Orthopedic Surgery Center LLC
$1,100.00Published rateUrology Specialists Surgery Center, LLC
Urology Specialists Surgery Center LLC
$747.00Published rateEhlers Eye Surgery LLC
$523.00Published rateAdobe Surgery Center, PC
Adobe Surgery Center PC
$103.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 60521 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System Codes
The CPT 60521 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 60521 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 60521. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 60521 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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