Incision and Drainage — Extraoral (Soft Tissue, Complicated) (D7521) — National Rates

Negotiated reimbursement rates for D7521 across 13 states, sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage data. 86 rate records.

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National Average Negotiated Rate
$409
86 rate records · 13 states
📊 Data updated monthly · Last refresh: March 2026

About D7521 — Incision and Drainage — Extraoral (Soft Tissue, Complicated)

D7521 is the code for incision and drainage of complicated extraoral soft tissue. This procedure is indicated when there are significant complications such as extensive infection or abscess formation that requires more extensive surgical intervention. Documentation must detail the complexity of the case, including any prior treatments attempted and the specific nature of the complication. The average reimbursement for D7521 is around $409, but this can vary widely depending on the insurance provider and state laws. It is important to ensure that all necessary documentation is submitted to support the complexity of the procedure, as this can impact reimbursement rates.

Reimbursement rates for D7521 vary significantly by state, payor, and provider network. The national average negotiated rate is $409. Data sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, updated monthly.

Top Paying States for D7521

Indiana
$916
1 records
Pennsylvania
$743
1 records
South Carolina
$666
13 records

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Full National Breakdown

Median
$259
Low
$73
High
$1,600

Highest & Lowest Reimbursement States

↑ Top 5

StateAvg Rate
Indiana$916
Pennsylvania$743
South Carolina$666
California$567
Ohio$375

↓ Bottom 5

StateAvg Rate
Michigan$214
New Jersey$187
District of Columbia$169
Connecticut$132
Nebraska$132

All States — D7521 Average Rates

Indiana
$916
Pennsylvania
$743
South Carolina
$666
California
$567
Ohio
$375
New York
$293
Massachusetts
$278
Nevada
$228
Michigan
$214
New Jersey
$187
District of Columbia
$169
Connecticut
$132
Nebraska
$132
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State-by-State Comparison Table

StateAverageMedianMinMaxRecords
Indiana$916$916$916$9161
Pennsylvania$743$743$743$7431
South Carolina$666$506$189$1,60013
California$567$480$139$1,0823
Ohio$375$375$375$3753
New York$293$185$114$74330
Massachusetts$278$278$278$2782
Nevada$228$160$132$65010
Michigan$214$214$132$2952
New Jersey$187$185$169$2063
District of Columbia$169$169$169$1691
Connecticut$132$132$132$1321
Nebraska$132$132$132$1321
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