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Last Verified: September 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.
Remove Vert Body Dcmprn Crvl, Vertebral Corpectomy Vertebral Body Resection Partial Or Complete Anterior Approach With Decompression Of Spinal Cord And Or Nerve Root S Cervical Single Segment
| 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 AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 63081 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 63081 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 63081 by major payers:
$2,129.04
$2,415.97
$2,547.78
$2,856.36
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CPT 63081
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Memorial Hermann Endoscopy Center North Freeway LLC, Memorial Hermann Endoscopy Center North Loop
$9,182.00Published rateVascular Labs Of The Rockies Asc, LLC
Vascular Labs Of The Rockies Asc LLC
$5,200.00Published rateBarbour Orthopaedics Surgery Center, LLC
Barbour Orthopaedics Surgery Center LLC
$3,844.00Published rateCabrillo Surgery Center
$2,650.00Published rateMaryland Aesthetic And Reconstructive Ambulatory Surgical Center LLC
$799.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 63081 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 63081 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 63081 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 63078-CPT | Moderate | Spine Disk Surgery Thorax, Discectomy Anterior With Decompression Of Spinal Cord And Or Nerve Root S Including Osteophytectomy Thoracic Each Additional Interspace List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 63081-CPT | High | Remove Vert Body Dcmprn Crvl, Vertebral Corpectomy Vertebral Body Resection Partial Or Complete Anterior Approach With Decompression Of Spinal Cord And Or Nerve Root S Cervical Single Segment |
| 63082-CPT | Moderate | Remove Vertebral Body Add On, Vertebral Corpectomy Vertebral Body Resection Partial Or Complete Anterior Approach With Decompression Of Spinal Cord And Or Nerve Root S Cervical Each Additional Segment List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 63081. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 63081 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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