Emergency Tracheotomy (D7990) — National Rates

Negotiated reimbursement rates for D7990 across 6 states, sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage data. 101 rate records.

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National Average Negotiated Rate
$618
101 rate records · 6 states
📊 Data updated monthly · Last refresh: March 2026

About D7990 — Emergency Tracheotomy

D7990 is the code for an emergency tracheotomy, a procedure performed to create an opening in the trachea to facilitate breathing in cases of severe airway obstruction. Clinical indications include trauma, severe allergic reactions, or other emergencies that compromise the airway. Documentation must detail the urgency of the situation, the patient's condition, and the rationale for the procedure. Reimbursement for D7990 can vary widely among payors, with some offering higher rates for emergency procedures. The average reimbursement is approximately $618.

Reimbursement rates for D7990 vary significantly by state, payor, and provider network. The national average negotiated rate is $618. Data sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, updated monthly.

Top Paying States for D7990

Utah
$1,790
1 records
Arizona
$1,761
2 records
Nevada
$1,709
6 records

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Full National Breakdown

Median
$471
Low
$100
High
$1,807

Highest & Lowest Reimbursement States

↑ Top 5

StateAvg Rate
Utah$1,790
Arizona$1,761
Nevada$1,709
California$955
New York$501

↓ Bottom 5

StateAvg Rate
Arizona$1,761
Nevada$1,709
California$955
New York$501
South Carolina$481

All States — D7990 Average Rates

Utah
$1,790
Arizona
$1,761
Nevada
$1,709
California
$955
New York
$501
South Carolina
$481
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State-by-State Comparison Table

StateAverageMedianMinMaxRecords
Utah$1,790$1,790$1,790$1,7901
Arizona$1,761$1,761$1,761$1,7612
Nevada$1,709$1,727$1,632$1,8076
California$955$955$955$9551
New York$501$501$501$5011
South Carolina$481$471$300$1,41872
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