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HCPCS Q4169Medical Service

Artacent Wound per Square Centimeter

Artacent wound, per square centimeter. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 10 practicing doctors nationwide.

$559.61
Peer Median Charge
Gross billed rate
$346.56
Standard Baseline
Customary allowable
1.6x
National Markup
Charge vs baseline
10
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 $559.61. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $346.56 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 Q4169 if paid upfront?"
  • "Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"