CPT 78199
Unlisted hematop ret/endo lymp
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 78199 at a glance
- Code
- 78199
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Unlstd hematop ret/endo lymp
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $220.34 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 78199?
CPT 78199 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for unlisted hematop ret/endo lymp. Its official short descriptor is "Unlstd hematop ret/endo lymp". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 78199 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 78199 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 78199 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 78199?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 78199 is $220.34 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 78199?
CPT 78199 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.