CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology. CPT codes are standardized numerical codes used by healthcare providers to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services to payers (like insurance companies) for reimbursement. They are essential for accurate billing and record-keeping.

How can I find out the cost of a medical procedure?

To find out the cost of a medical procedure, you can start by contacting your healthcare provider's billing department for an estimate. It's also highly recommended to contact your insurance company directly to understand your specific benefits, deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurance for the procedure. For a general understanding of fee schedules based on CPT codes and specific locations, you can use tools like Payerprice to search for typical rates.

What is the difference between a 'charged' amount and an 'allowed' amount?

The 'charged' amount is the price the healthcare provider initially bills for a service, often referred to as the 'list price.' The 'allowed' amount, also known as the 'negotiated rate,' is the maximum amount an insurance company will pay for a covered service. Providers who are in-network with your insurance plan have agreed to accept the allowed amount as full payment for the service, with you being responsible for any deductibles, co-pays, or co-insurance.

How does my insurance affect the cost I pay for healthcare?

Your insurance plan significantly affects your out-of-pocket costs through various mechanisms: - **Deductible:** The amount you must pay out of pocket before your insurance starts to cover costs. - **Co-pay:** A fixed amount you pay for a covered service after your deductible has been met. - **Co-insurance:** A percentage of the cost of a covered service you pay after your deductible has been met. - **Out-of-Pocket Maximum:** The maximum amount you will have to pay for covered services in a plan year. Once this limit is reached, your insurance typically pays 100% of covered costs. Your plan also determines which providers are in-network (lower cost) versus out-of-network (higher cost).

Where can I find information about standard fees for medical services in my area?

To find information about standard fees for medical services in your area, you can use specialized tools designed for this purpose. Payerprice offers a fee schedule lookup tool where you can search with specific CPT codes and your location to get insights into typical reimbursement rates and costs. Additionally, many insurance companies provide cost estimator tools specific to your plan, and you can always request a "Good Faith Estimate" from your healthcare provider.

CPT 64633 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 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.

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Key Fact	Detail
Service Type	Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System
Common Place of Service	24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center 11 - Office
Common Modifiers	None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body
Complexity Level	Moderate
Medicare Fee Schedule	View Medicare rates for 64633
Medicaid Fee Schedule	View Medicaid rates for 64633

National average reimbursement for CPT 64633 by major payers:

$547.29

$600.35

$621.12

$702.72

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CPT 64633

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Portsmouth Surgicenter, LLC
Portsmouth Surgicenter LLC
NHAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1477140796Tax ID 83-3659705
$5,982.00Published rate
Freeman Surgical Center LLC
Freeman Health System
MOAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1508197039Tax ID 43-1704371
$2,404.00Published rate
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., P.C.
Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., PC
IDAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1780851691Tax ID 91-1394965
$1,514.00Published rate
Ski Ambulatory Surgical Centers, LLC
Ski Ambulatory Surgical Centers LLC
AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1275077414Tax ID 81-3831008
$975.00Published rate
West Wichita Family Physicians, P.A., West Wichita Surgery Center
West Wichita Family Physicians, P.A.
KSAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1790902617Tax ID 74-2848808
$505.00Published rate

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Summit Women's CareDenver, Colorado

September 2, 2026

Contracting Manager
UnitedHealthcare
Commercial PPO

Re: Request for fee schedule renegotiation

We request a formal review of our Commercial PPO fee schedule. The comparison below summarizes our current rate alongside published rates for comparable Denver-area practices.

Market evidence · CPT 59485

Current rate: $152.40
Market median: $147.00
Market position: 61st percentile

The comparison includes 1,284 published rates from 96 provider groups, scoped to OB/GYN providers in a professional, office-based setting.

We would welcome a discussion of our fee schedule and the supporting July 2026 market analysis. Please let us know a suitable time to review the comparison together.

Sincerely,
Summit Women's Care

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CPT 64633 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes

The CPT 64633 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 64633 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
64633-CPT	Moderate	Destroy Cerv Thor Facet Jnt, Destruction By Neurolytic Agent Paravertebral Facet Joint Nerve S With Imaging Guidance Fluoroscopy Or Ct Cervical Or Thoracic Single Facet Joint
64634-CPT	Moderate	Destroy C Th Facet Jnt Addl, Destruction By Neurolytic Agent Paravertebral Facet Joint Nerve S With Imaging Guidance Fluoroscopy Or Ct Cervical Or Thoracic Each Additional Facet Joint List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure
64635-CPT	Moderate	Destruction By Neurolytic Agen, Destruction By Neurolytic Agent Paravertebral Facet Joint Nerve(S) With Imaging Guidance (Fluoroscopy Or Ct) Lumbar Or Sacral Single Facet Joint
64636-CPT	Moderate	Destroy L S Facet Jnt Addl, Destruction By Neurolytic Agent Paravertebral Facet Joint Nerve S With Imaging Guidance Fluoroscopy Or Ct Lumbar Or Sacral Each Additional Facet Joint 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 64633. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 64633 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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CPT 64633 Fee Schedule

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Portsmouth Surgicenter, LLC

Freeman Surgical Center LLC

Pacific Cataract And Laser Institute, Inc., P.C.

Ski Ambulatory Surgical Centers, LLC

West Wichita Family Physicians, P.A., West Wichita Surgery Center