CPT 61886 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Surgery • Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System |
| Common Place of Service | • 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital • 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 58 - Staged or related procedure during postoperative period • AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery |
| Complexity Level | High |
National average reimbursement for CPT 61886 by major payers:
$1,075.82
$1,127.88
$1,235.48
$1,450.80
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 61886 | $47607.00 | 1548844400 - SAINT LUKES SOUTH PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER LLC | 863451115 - (KS) SAINT LUKES SOUTH PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER LLC | KS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $3174.00 | 1467920389 - KU MEDWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 20664568 - (KS) KU MEDWEST AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC | KS | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $81937.71 | 1710007596 - CANONSBURG GENERAL HOSPITAL | 251737079 - (PA) HIGHMARK HEALTH | PA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $1869.00 | 1861089666 - BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER, PC, BDPEC ASC TUCSON 5TH ST | 562589722 - BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER PLLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $6534.00 | 1255500781 - IOWA CITY AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER, LLC | 208503424 - (IA) IOWA CITY AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER | IA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $2271.00 | 1528047040 - ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF KNOXVILLE LP, THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER | 621512837 - (TN) ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF KNOXVILLE LP | TN | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $33900.00 | 1962626523 - CALLOWAY CREEK SURGERY CENTER LP | 141948102 - (TX) CALLOWAY CREEK SURGERY CENTER LP | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $35798.00 | 1922559327 - PHYSICIANS WEST EL PASO SURGERY CENTER, LLC | 843452204 | TX | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $25267.00 | 1801983556 - TRESANTI SURGICAL CENTER LLC, TRESANTI MEDICAL CORPORATION | 710905694 - (CA) TRESANTI SURGICAL CENTER LLC | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $27620.00 | 1912627712 - CENTER FOR ROBOTIC SURGERY OF LOUISIANA LLC | 883537315 - CENTER FOR ROBOTIC SURGERY OF LOUISIANA LLC | LA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $10788.00 | 1093799405 - ORTHOARKANSAS SURGERY CENTER LLC | 710818555 | AR | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $20000.00 | 1538280284 - PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF MODESTO INC, RIVER SURGICAL INSTITUTE | 201088433 - (CA) PHYSICIANS SURGERY CENTER OF MODESTO DBA RIVER SURGICAL INSTITUTE | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $24011.00 | 1336213099 - SAN GABRIEL AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER, LP | 510470714 - (CA) SAN GABRIEL AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LP | CA | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $1869.00 | 1821361130 - BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER, PC, BDPEC SHOWLOW | 562589722 - BARNET DULANEY PERKINS EYE CENTER PLLC | AZ | Ambulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X) |
United | 61886 | $20789.00 | 1104181247 - ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER OF NORTHERN LOUISIANA LLC | 455502071 - (LA) ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER OF NORTHERN LOUISIANA, LLC | LA | 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 61886 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 61886 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 61886 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 61863-CPT | High | Twist Drill Burr Hole Craniotomy Or Craniectomy With Stereotactic Implantation Of Neurostimulator Electrode Array In Subcortical Site (Eg Thalamus Globus Pallidus Subthalamic Nucleus Periventricular Periaqueductal Gray) Without Use Of Intraoperative Microelectrode Recording; First Array |
| 61868-CPT | Moderate | Twist Drill Burr Hole Craniotomy Or Craniectomy With Stereotactic Implantation Of Neurostimulator Electrode Array In Subcortical Site (Eg Thalamus Globus Pallidus Subthalamic Nucleus Periventricular Periaqueductal Gray) With Use Of Intraoperative Microelectrode Recording; Each Additional Array |
| 61880-CPT | Moderate | Revis/Remv Intracr.Neurost.Electrod |
| 61886-CPT | High | Incision And Subcutaneous Placement Of Cranial Neurostimulator Pulse Generator Or Receiver Direct Or Inductive Coupling; With Connection To Two Or More Electrode Arrays |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 61886. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 61886 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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Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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