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CPT 61154 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 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.

Burr Holes-Evacuate/Drain Hematoma
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

23 - Emergency Room

Common Modifiers

None

RT - Right side of body

LT - Left side of body

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 61154

National average reimbursement for CPT 61154 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,721.08

uhc

$1,719.17

aetna

$1,800.16

cigna

$2,096.88

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For billing codeCPT 61154
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United
61154$687.001114922192 - GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC680380691 - (CA) GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOC. ENDOSCOPY CENTER, LLC. DBA REDDING ENDOSCOPYCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$245.001063459451 - CARROLL COUNTY AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER522165022 - (MD) CARROLL COUNTY AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTERMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$372.001033113402 - NORTHWEST FLORIDA SURGICAL CENTER, LLC, NORTH FLORIDA SURGERY CENTER593081991 - (FL) NORTHWEST FLORIDA SURGICAL CENTERFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$1040.001447788120 - NORCAL ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY CENTER, LLC821046949 - (CA) NORCAL ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY CENTER LLCCAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$404.001689633588 - SOUTH JERSEY ENDOSCOPY LLC, DIMARINO-KROOP-PRIETO GI ASSOC200478348 - (NJ) SOUTH JERSEY ENDOSCOPY LLCNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$557.001336209451 - SADDLE RIVER VALLEY SURGICAL CENTER LLC, SADDLE RIVER VALLEY SURGICAL CENTER LLC201250583 - (NJ) SADDLE RIVER VALLEY SURGICAL CENTER LLCNJAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$48.001023055001 - ZION AMBULATORY CENTER LLC203243084 - (MD) ZION AMBULATORY CENTER LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$725.001649393695 - COLUMBIA MD ORTHOPAEDIC ASC, LLC, HICKORY RIDGE SURGERY CENTER522377233 - (MD) COLUMBIA MD ORTHOPAEDIC ASC LLCMDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$900.001760923445 - DIALYSIS ACCESS CENTER A MEDICAL CORPORATION522384032CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$798.001841286267 - SURGERY CENTER OF SOUTHERN OREGON, LLC931189291 - (OR) SURGERY CENTER OF SOUTHERN OREGON, L.L.C.ORAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$525.001053985721 - ENDO SURGICAL CENTER OF KISSIMMEE, PLLC844377406 - (FL) ENDO SURGICAL CENTER OF KISSIMMEE PLLCFLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$6068.001396700407 - ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER, LLC, ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER ASSOCIATES, LP752055800 - (TX) ARLINGTON SURGERY CENTER LLCTXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$2377.001427055425 - PHYSICIANS PAVILION LP, PHYSICIANS PAVILION SURGERY CENTER830619935TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$1299.001083785398 - OLYMPIA ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES PLLC, OLYMPIA SURGERY CENTER LLC911674528 - OLYMPIA ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATES, PLLCWAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
61154$700.001114552338 - GEORGIA INTERVENTIONAL PAIN842028147 - (GA) GEORGIA INTERVENTIONAL PAINGAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 61154 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes

The CPT 61154 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 61154 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
61055-CPTLowCisternal Or Lateral Cervical (C1-C2) Puncture; With Injection Of Medication Or Other Substance For Diagnosis Or Treatment (Desc Revised 01/01/15)
61151-CPTHighTrephine W Aspirat Abscess Subseq
61154-CPTHighBurr Holes-Evacuate/Drain Hematoma
61156-CPTHighBurr Holes;Aspir.Hematma/Cyst,Intra

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 61154. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 61154 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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