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CPT 33949Medical Service

Daily Management of Ecmo External Vein to Artery Blood Circulation in Heart and Lungs using a Pump

Daily management of ecmo external vein to artery blood circulation in heart and lungs using a pump. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 14 practicing doctors nationwide.

$791.48
Peer Median Charge
Gross billed rate
$218.71
Standard Baseline
Customary allowable
3.6x
National Markup
Charge vs baseline
14
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 $791.48. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $218.71 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 33949 if paid upfront?"
  • "Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"