What do doctors typically charge for Insertion of 2 Electrodes for Permanent Pacemaker or Defibrillator?

The nationwide median physician charge for Insertion of 2 Electrodes for Permanent Pacemaker or Defibrillator (CPT 33217) is $2346.12. Doctor billed charges vary based on geographic region, setting, and overhead.

What is the standard insurance baseline for CPT 33217?

The standard insurance baseline reimbursement rate is $347.80. This represents the customary allowable amount established across standard fee schedules.

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CPT 33217Medical Service

Insertion of 2 Electrodes for Permanent Pacemaker or Defibrillator

Insertion of 2 electrodes for permanent pacemaker or defibrillator. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 1 practicing doctors nationwide.

$2346.12

Peer Median Charge

Gross billed rate

$347.80

Standard Baseline

Customary allowable

6.7x

National Markup

Charge vs baseline

Active Physicians

Billing this code

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Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $2346.12. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $347.80 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:

"Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
"What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code 33217 if paid upfront?"
"Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"