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Last Verified: October 2026
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.
Transversus Abdominis Plane (T, Transversus Abdominis Plane (Tap) Block (Abdominalplane Block Rectus Sheath Block) Bilateral By C Ontinuous Infusions (Includes Imaging Guidance When Performed)
| 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 59 - Distinct Procedural Service GC - Service performed by resident under supervision |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 64489 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 64489 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 64489 by major payers:
$326.34
$341.86
$424.90
$164.12
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CPT 64489
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Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Southwest Fort Worth
$1,187.00Published rateCypresswood Surgery Center LLC, Legent Surgery Center Cypresswood
Cypresswood Surgery Center LLC
$318.00Published rateBaptist Health Surgery Center LLC
Baptist Health Surgery Center, L
$232.00Published rateNorthern California Advanced Surgery Center Lp
Northern California Advanced Surgery Center, Lp
$150.00Published rateSurgery Center Of Conway Inc
Surgery Center Of Conway, Inc.
$102.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 64489 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 64489 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 64489 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 64486-CPT | Low | Transversus Abdominis Plane (T, Transversus Abdominis Plane (Tap) Block (Abdominalplane Block Rectus Sheath Block) Unilateral By Injection(S) (Includes Imaging Guidance When Performed) |
| 64487-CPT | Moderate | Transversus Abdominis Plane (T, Transversus Abdominis Plane (Tap) Block (Abdominalplane Block Rectus Sheath Block) Unilateral By Continuous Infusion(S) (Includes Imaging Guidancewhen Performed) |
| 64488-CPT | Low | Transversus Abdominis Plane (T, Transversus Abdominis Plane (Tap) Block (Abdominalplane Block Rectus Sheath Block) Bilateral By I Njections (Includes Imaging Guidance When Performed) |
| 64489-CPT | Moderate | Transversus Abdominis Plane (T, Transversus Abdominis Plane (Tap) Block (Abdominalplane Block Rectus Sheath Block) Bilateral By C Ontinuous Infusions (Includes Imaging Guidance When Performed) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 64489. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 64489 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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