CPT 61026 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System |
| Common Place of Service | • 21 - Inpatient Hospital • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • AG - Primary physician • UA |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 61026 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 61026 by major payers:
$164.31
$156.32
$159.09
$187.54
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 61026 | $1411.00 | 1558807131 - MIDWEST NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES, SC, MNA SURGERY CENTER | 391707770 - (WI) MIDWEST NEPHROLOGY ASSOCIATES, SC | WI | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $475.00 | 1194255372 - DECATUR UROLOGY SURGERY CENTER | 814721108 - (GA) DECATUR UROLOGY SURGERY CENTER | GA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $1553.00 | 1245635093 - PARK RIDGE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 464468691 - (CO) PARK RIDGE SURGERY CENTER LLC | CO | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $109.00 | 1992845283 - CHESAPEAKE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | 522240631 - (MD) CHESAPEAKE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $967.00 | 1245427228 - SUMMIT AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 522148280 | MD | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $719.00 | 1336852854 - BAPTIST BEACHES SURGERY CENTER LLC, HORIZON SURGERY CENTER BEACHES | 884322867 - (FL) BAPTIST BEACHES SURGERY CENTER LLC | FL | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $341.00 | 1902981558 - LANE SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 931305103 - (OR) LANE SURGERY CENTER LLC | OR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $1850.00 | 1033468400 - WHITE FENCE SURGICAL SUITES, LLC | 460796333 - (OH) WHITE FENCE SURGICAL SUITES LLC | OH | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $436.00 | 1679544290 - KEYSTONE SURGERY CENTER, LTD | 43712391 - (PA) KEYSTONE SURGERY CENTER LTD | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $404.00 | 1689605826 - LAUREL SURGERY & ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | 412044822 - (MS) LAUREL SURGERY AND ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC | MS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $716.00 | 1629130521 - MIDWEST SURGERY CENTER, LLC, MIDWEST SURGERY CENTER- WOODBURY | 411537436 - (MN) MIDWEST SURGERY CENTER | MN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $1454.00 | 1548400229 - HARRIS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT, AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER AT LBJ | 741536936 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $1955.00 | 1992721591 - DAY SURGERY CENTER OF NORTH TEXAS LTD | 260308454 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $310.00 | 1205978780 - MOUNTAIN HOME SURGERY CENTER | 454157268 | AR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61026 | $434.00 | 1639215502 - BOSTON EYE SURGERY & LASER CENTER TRUST, BOSTON EYE SURGERY & LASER CENTER | 43092292 - (MA) BOSTON EYE SURGERY & LASER CENTER TRUST | MA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 61026 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 61026 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Nervous 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 61026 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 61020-CPT | Low | Ventricular Puncture Through Previous Burr Hole, Fontanelle, Suture, Or Implanted Ventricular Catheter/Reservoir; Without Injection |
| 61026-CPT | Low | Ventricular Puncture Through Previous Burr Hole, Fontanelle, Suture, Or Implanted Ventricular Catheter/Reservoir; With Injection Of Medication Or Other Substance For Diagnosis Or Treatment |
| 61105-CPT | Moderate | Puncture Ventric W Twist Drill |
| 61150-CPT | High | Burr Hole/Trep;Drain Brain Absc/Cys |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 61026. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 61026 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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