CPT 96922 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Medicine Services and Procedures • Special Dermatological Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | • 11 - Office • None |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 59 - Distinct Procedural Service • 79 - Unrelated procedure - postop period |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for CPT 96922 by major payers:
$293.39
$306.90
$296.07
$380.26
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 96922 | $479.54 | 1851376230 - ANITA PAIRITZ | 910844563 | IN | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $447.85 | 1669598421 - CHANDRIKA SHANKAR | 911780160 | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $683.89 | 1740252972 - DAVID HSU | 390817529 - ST VINCENT HOSPITAL-HOSPITAL SISTERS-THIRD ORDER OF ST FRANCIS | IL | Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (2084N0402X) |
United | 96922 | $387.73 | 1326465436 - MUSADDIQ TARIQ | 364015560 - LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $310.64 | 1851825392 - ALEXIA COPENHAVER | 376000511 - THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $304.67 | 1205064011 - LAUREL CLARK | 366006541 - (IL) VETERANS ASSISTANCE COMMISSION C | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $473.98 | 1730263617 - MARK ALTER | 811324691 | CA | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Physician (2084P0804X) |
United | 96922 | $443.88 | 1225211600 - JOHN MILLICHAP | 460319070 - MONUMENT HEALTH RAPID CITY HOSPITAL INC | NC | Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (2084N0402X) |
United | 96922 | $468.52 | 1952460933 - LARISSA CHISM BUGGS | 810231784 - BILLINGS CLINIC | IN | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $304.67 | 1447243241 - MEDEIA GARTEL | 363305449 - (IL) MOUNT SINAI COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $323.54 | 1588012058 - ALEXANDRIA MELENDEZ-ZAIDI | 752668018 | IL | Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology Physician (2084N0402X) |
United | 96922 | $428.76 | 1821097924 - AFTAB POSHNI | 363994258 - (IL) HORIZONS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $387.73 | 1740201425 - JOSEPH DIVINCENZO | 364015560 - LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER | WI | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $365.19 | 1609187467 - FARAAZ FAKIH | 363149833 - NORTHWESTERN MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 96922 | $468.52 | 1952460933 - LARISSA CHISM BUGGS | 810231784 - BILLINGS CLINIC | IL | Psychiatry Physician (2084P0800X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 96922 vs. Other Special Dermatological Procedures Codes
The CPT 96922 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Special Dermatological 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 96922 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 96523-CPT | Low | Irrigation Of Implanted Venous Access Device For Drug Delivery Systems |
| 96912-CPT | Low | Photochemotherapy; Puva |
| 96913-CPT | Low | Photochemotherapy (Goeckerman And/Or Puva) For Severe Photoresponsive Dermatoses Requiring At Least Four To Eight Hours Of Care Under Direct Supervision Of The Physician (Includes Application Of Medication And Dressings) |
| 96922-CPT | Moderate | Laser Treatment For Inflammatory Skin Disease (Psoriasis); Over 500 Sq Cm |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 96922. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 96922 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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