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CPT 72080 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Radiology Procedures

Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

TC - Technical component

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 72080
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 72080

National average reimbursement for CPT 72080 by major payers:

bcbs

$43.72

uhc

$40.34

aetna

$44.93

cigna

$50.30

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CPT 72080
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Megan Rayman

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    AKHospitalist PhysicianNPI 1356608152Tax ID 74-2410946

    $58.18Published rate
  2. Robert Mcleroy

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    WACritical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianNPI 1750772901Tax ID 74-2410946

    $39.59Published rate
  3. Jeremy Kelley

    Bama Heart Doc, PC Dba Alabama Heart & Vascular Medicine

    ALFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1952557498Tax ID 45-1471722

    $32.91Published rate
  4. Kristopher Day

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    WASurgery PhysicianNPI 1790002350Tax ID 74-2410946

    $18.60Published rate
  5. Robert Tiballi

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    ILHospitalist PhysicianNPI 1194757427Tax ID 74-2410946

    $11.18Published rate

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CPT 72080 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes

The CPT 72080 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 72080 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
72070-CPTLowX-Ray Spine; Thoracic, Ap And Lat
72072-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Spine, Radiologic Examination Spine Thoracic Anteroposterior Andlateral Including Swimmers View Of Thecervicothoracic Junction
72074-CPTLowX-Ray Spine;Thorac,Cmplt,Min.4 Vws
72080-CPTLowX Ray Exam Thoracolmb 2 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Thoracolumbar Junction Minimum Of 2 Views

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 72080. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 72080 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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