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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 72083 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures subgroup.
X Ray Exam Entire Spi 4 5 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Entire Thoracic And Lumbar Including Skull Cervical And Sacral Spine If Performed Eg Scoliosis Evaluation 4 Or 5 Views
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $79.83 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 72083 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $64.335 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 72083 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 72083 by major payers:
$94.83
BCBS / Anthem
$85.82
UnitedHealthcare
$92.66
Aetna
$118.70
Cigna
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CPT 72083
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Health Imaging Partners
$178.27Published rateGregory Caldwell
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$114.01Published rateMegan Brennan
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$79.76Published rateCelia Garza
Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA
$45.11Published rateJuan Vargas
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$18.77Published rate
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The table lists codes related to 72083. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 72081-CPT | Low | X Ray Exam Entire Spi 1 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Entire Thoracic And Lumbar Including Skull Cervical And Sacral Spine If Performed Eg Scoliosis Evaluation One View |
| 72082-CPT | Low | X Ray Exam Entire Spi 2 3 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Entire Thoracic And Lumbar Including Skull Cervical And Sacral Spine If Performed Eg Scoliosis Evaluation 2 Or 3 Views |
| 72083-CPT | Low | X Ray Exam Entire Spi 4 5 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Entire Thoracic And Lumbar Including Skull Cervical And Sacral Spine If Performed Eg Scoliosis Evaluation 4 Or 5 Views |
| 72084-CPT | Low | X Ray Exam Entire Spi 6 Vw, Radiologic Examination Spine Entire Thoracic And Lumbar Including Skull Cervical And Sacral Spine If Performed Eg Scoliosis Evaluation Minimum Of 6 Views |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 72083. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 72083 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Provider Type
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