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CPT 95829 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.

Electrocorticogram At Surgery, Electrocorticogram At Surgery (Separate Procedure)Electrocorticogram At Surgery (Separate Procedure)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Medicine Services and Procedures

Neurology and Neuromuscular Procedures

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

15 - Mobile Unit

Common Modifiers

26 - Professional component

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 95829
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 95829

National average reimbursement for CPT 95829 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,961.53

uhc

$2,193.30

aetna

$2,378.75

cigna

$2,751.47

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CPT 95829
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Lauren Schumacher

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1871912683Tax ID 94-3281673

    $11,362.83Published rate
  2. Sidrah Najam

    Advocate Health And Hospitals Corporation

    INPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1982268959Tax ID 36-2169147

    $3,105.72Published rate
  3. Andrea Ward

    Veterans Assistance Commission C

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1154511970Tax ID 36-6006541

    $1,650.46Published rate
  4. Astrid Herard

    ILPsychiatry PhysicianNPI 1255598512Tax ID 91-0844563

    $670.23Published rate
  5. Christopher Marino

    Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.

    VAPhysical TherapistNPI 1730412255Tax ID 54-1383504

    $340.41Published rate

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CPT 95829 vs. Other Neurology and Neuromuscular Procedures Codes

The CPT 95829 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Neurology and Neuromuscular Procedures. 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 95829 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
95709-CPTModerateEeg W O Vid Ea 12 26hr Intmt, Electroencephalogram Eeg Without Video Review Of Data Technical Description By Eeg Technologist Each Increment Of 12 26 Hours With Intermittent Monitoring And Maintenance
95829-CPTHighElectrocorticogram At Surgery, Electrocorticogram At Surgery (Separate Procedure)Electrocorticogram At Surgery (Separate Procedure)
95830-CPTModerateInsertion By Physician Or Othe, Insertion By Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Of Sphenoidal Electrodes For Electroencephalographic (Eeg) Recording
95836-CPTLowElectrocorticogram From An Imp, Electrocorticogram From An Implanted Brain Neurostimulator Pulse Generatortransmitter Including Recording With Interpretation And Written Report Up To 30 Days

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 95829. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 95829 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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