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CPT 62005 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.

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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

51 - Multiple procedures

AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 62005
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 62005

National average reimbursement for CPT 62005 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,573.66

uhc

$1,710.89

aetna

$1,776.20

cigna

$2,026.57

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CPT 62005
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Surgery Center Of Port Charlotte Ltd

    FLAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1679523351Tax ID 20-1327093

    $2,732.00Published rate
  2. Summit Ambulatory Surgical Center, LLC

    MDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1245427228Tax ID 52-2148280

    $1,028.00Published rate
  3. Spokane Surgery Center Ltd Ps

    Spokane Surgery Center Ltd

    WAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1902864879Tax ID 91-1336886

    $650.00Published rate
  4. Binz Surgery Center, LLC

    Binz Surgery Center LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1154724326Tax ID 35-2484734

    $475.00Published rate
  5. Arizona Surgical Specialists Center, LLC

    Arizona Surgical Specialists Center LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1285767822Tax ID 76-0737449

    $105.00Published rate

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CPT 62005 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes

The CPT 62005 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 62005 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
62000-CPTHighElevation Of Depressed Skull F, Elevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture Simple Extraduralelevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture Simple Extradural
62005-CPTHighElevation Of Depressed Skull F, Elevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture Compound Orcomminuted Extradural Elevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture Compound Or
62010-CPTHighElevation Of Depressed Skull F, Elevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture With Repairof Duraandor Debridement Of Brain Elevation Of Depressed Skull Fracture With Repair Of Dura
62100-CPTHighSeal Spinal Fluid Leak, Surgery To Seal Off An Opening In The Membrane Covering The Brain. The Opening Has Allowed Cerebrospinal Fluid To Leak Into The Sinuses.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 62005. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 62005 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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