Surgery CPT Codes: Medical Billing and Coding Reference
Reference guide for surgical CPT codes. Covers global surgical package rules, modifier usage, multiple procedure reduction.
Billing SURGERY Correctly
Reference guide for surgical CPT codes. Covers global surgical package rules, modifier usage, multiple procedure reduction.
Source: AAPC Codify - CPT® 2025
SURGERY in Detail
What does SURGERY cover in detail?
Surgical CPT codes include global surgical package rules that bundle the procedure, post-operative care, and follow-up into a single reimbursement, with modifier 51 applied when multiple procedures are performed in the same operative session.
Reference the CPT codes hub and our medical coding services for guidance on surgical code selection and modifier application.
Using SURGERY Correctly
How do I use SURGERY correctly?
Documentation Requirements
Ensure clinical notes clearly support the level of service, procedure performed, and medical necessity for this CPT code.
Modifier Requirements
Determine whether any modifiers are required for this code, particularly in bilateral, assistant surgeon, or multiple procedure scenarios.
Payer-Specific Rules
Check payer fee schedules and coverage policies, as reimbursement and coverage rules for this code vary by payer.
Bundling Considerations
Review NCCI edits to confirm this code is not bundled with other procedures billed on the same date of service.
Common Surgical CPT Codes
| CPT Code | Description | Surgical Category |
|---|---|---|
| 27447 | Total knee arthroplasty - replacement of weight-bearing surfaces of medial and lateral compartments | Musculoskeletal - Knee |
| 29881 | Knee arthroscopy with medial or lateral meniscectomy | Musculoskeletal - Arthroscopy |
| 43239 | Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with biopsy, one or more sites | Digestive System - Endoscopy |
| 45378 | Colonoscopy, flexible, diagnostic with or without collection of specimen(s) | Colon and Rectum - Endoscopy |
| 36415 | Collection of venous blood by venipuncture | Vascular - Venous Procedures |
Source: AAPC Codify - CPT® 2025
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SURGERY, Frequently Asked Questions
Surgical CPT codes include global surgical package rules that bundle the procedure, post-operative care, and follow-up into a single reimbursement, with modifier 51 applied when multiple procedures are performed in the same operative session.
Reference the CPT codes hub and our medical coding services for guidance on surgical code selection and modifier application.
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