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CPT 60540 Fee Schedule

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.

Adrenalectomy Partial Or Comp, Adrenalectomy Partial Or Complete Or Explorationofadrenal Gland With Or Without Biopsy Transabdo Minal Lumbar Or Dorsal (Separate Procedure)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

LT - Left side of body

RT - Right side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 60540
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 60540

National average reimbursement for CPT 60540 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,472.66

uhc

$1,409.67

aetna

$1,479.60

cigna

$1,726.84

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CPT 60540
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Denton Surgicare Partners, Ltd., Denton Surgicare

    Denton Surgicare Partners Ltd

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1982607446Tax ID 75-2708579

    $2,172.00Published rate
  2. All City Family Healthcare Center, Inc.

    All City Family Health Care Center, Inc.

    NYAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1215939186Tax ID 11-3423598

    $1,167.00Published rate
  3. South Atlanta Ambulatory Surgical Center, LLC

    South Atlanta Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1528480076Tax ID 46-2848445

    $785.00Published rate
  4. Fresenius Vascular Care Of Pensacola Asc LLC, Azura Surgery Center Renalus Pensacola

    Fresenius Vascular Care Of Pensacola Asc LLC

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1881131621Tax ID 81-4605951

    $450.00Published rate
  5. The Endoscopy Center At Bel Air

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1265455463Tax ID 47-0863243

    $315.00Published rate

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CPT 60540 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Endocrine System Codes

The CPT 60540 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 60540 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
60505-CPTHighParathyroidectomy Or Explorati, Parathyroidectomy Or Exploration Of Parathyroid(S) Withmediastinal Exploration Sternal Split Or Transthoracic Approach
60512-CPTModerateParathyroid 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-CPTHighSurgery 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.
60540-CPTHighAdrenalectomy Partial Or Comp, Adrenalectomy Partial Or Complete Or Explorationofadrenal Gland With Or Without Biopsy Transabdo Minal Lumbar Or Dorsal (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 60540. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 60540 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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