Orthopedic CPT Codes for 2023 + Modifiers

If your orthopedic codes are not correct, you could be delaying collections, or even missing out on them completely. Staying informed about the latest codes and modifiers will help you maximize your collections and avoid delays.

Orthopedic CPT Code Ranges for 2023

The below includes the updated orthopedic CPT codes for 2023:

• 99140 – anesthesia
• 99201 – evaluation and management
• 69990 – surgical patients
• 79999 – radiology
• 80047 – pathology, labratory
• 90281 – medical
• 11760 – fixing nail beds
• 25215 – removal of proximal-row bones
• 64721 – carpal tunnel release
• 29848 – endoscopic carpal tunnel release

Orthopedic CPT Modifiers

These modifiers are the updated CPT orthopedic codes for 2023:

• -50 – bilateral methods
• -51 – multi-step process
• -52 – fewer services
• -58 – after-care surgery
• -59 – separate methodological service
• -73 – ASC operation halted
• -76 – repetition of service by the same doctor
• -78 – returning to the operating room for related service
• -79 – doctor performs unrelated service during healing process
• -TC – technical element
• 310 – not vaccinated against COVID-19
• 311 – partly vaccinated against COVID-19
• 39 – indicates any other under-immunized status