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CPT 96574 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: November 2025

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.

Debridement Of Premalignant Hyperkeratotic Lesion(S) (Ie Targeted Curettage Abrasion) Followed With Photodynamic Therapy By External Application Of Light To Destroy Premalignant Lesions Of The Skin And Adjacent Mucosa With Application And Illumination/Activation Of Photosensitizing Drug(S) Provided By A Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Per Day
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Medicine Services and Procedures

Photodynamic Therapy Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for CPT 96574 by major payers:

bcbs

$356.21

uhc

$333.91

aetna

$338.35

cigna

$442.18

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96574$196.501720544810 - RACHEL HENSHAW593549147FLFamily Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X)
United
96574$158.921346909421 - EDMUNDO BARRETO593549147FLFamily Nurse Practitioner (363LF0000X)
United
96574$158.921710438270 - COURTNEY COBAUGH593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
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96574$196.501265043483 - JUDI FUSCO593549147FLDermatology Physician (207N00000X)
United
96574$158.921497343529 - AARON KENT593549147FLSingle Specialty Group (193400000X)
United
96574$196.501598166266 - ALEX RODRIGUEZ593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
96574$158.921033613898 - DANIELLE MARINO593549147FLNurse Practitioner (363L00000X)
United
96574$158.921497343529 - AARON KENT593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
96574$196.501508812983 - STEVEN PROPER593549147FLMOHS-Micrographic Surgery Physician (207ND0101X)
United
96574$196.501497230320 - MIRABELLA MULLER593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
96574$158.921639254980 - ALICIA BROWN593549147FLMedical Physician Assistant (363AM0700X)
United
96574$196.501669833232 - MICHAEL BARRERA593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
96574$196.501417981192 - WILLIAM CHOW593549147CASpecialist (174400000X)
United
96574$196.501841285723 - MELINDA GREENFIELD593549147GADermatology Physician (207N00000X)
United
96574$196.501841578309 - SHEILA KREIENBRINK593549147FLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 96574 vs. Other Photodynamic Therapy Procedures Codes

The CPT 96574 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Photodynamic Therapy 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 96574 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
96567-CPTLowPhotodynamic Therapy By External Application Of Light To Destroy Premalignant Lesions Of The Skin And Adjacent Mucosa With Application And Illumination/Activation Of Photosensitive Drug(S) Per Day (Desc Revised 1/1/2018)
96570-CPTLowPhotodynamic Therapy By Endoscopic Application Of Light To Ablate Abnormal Tissue Via Activation Of Photosensitive Drug(S); First 30 Minutes (List Separately In Addition To Code For Endoscopy Or Bronchoscopy Procedures Of Lung And Gastrointestinal Tract)
96571-CPTLowPhotodynamic Therapy By Endoscopic Application Of Light To Ablate Abnormal Tissue Via Activation Of Photosensitive Drug(S); Each Additional 15 Minutes (List Separately In Addition To Code For Endoscopy Or Bronchoscopy Procedures Of Lung And Gastrointestinal Tract)
96574-CPTModerateDebridement Of Premalignant Hyperkeratotic Lesion(S) (Ie Targeted Curettage Abrasion) Followed With Photodynamic Therapy By External Application Of Light To Destroy Premalignant Lesions Of The Skin And Adjacent Mucosa With Application And Illumination/Activation Of Photosensitizing Drug(S) Provided By A Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Per Day

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 96574. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 96574 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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