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CPT 78122 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.

Blood Cell Study, This Study Evaluates One Or More Blood Components Such As Plasma And Blood Cells After Injection Of A Radioactive Material. The Test May Help To Detect A Blood Condition.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Radiology Procedures

Nuclear Medicine Procedures

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

MG - The order for this service does not have appropriate use criteria in the clinical decision support mechanism consulted by the ordering professional

26 - Professional component

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 78122
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 78122

National average reimbursement for CPT 78122 by major payers:

bcbs

$123.45

uhc

$132.49

aetna

$119.19

cigna

$157.20

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CPT 78122
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  1. Won Kim

    Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA

    TXDiagnostic Radiology PhysicianNPI 1205816618Tax ID 75-1286819

    $318.26Published rate
  2. Charles Schmier

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    NEEmergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) PhysicianNPI 1598983793Tax ID 74-2410946

    $179.39Published rate
  3. Health Imaging Partners, LLC

    TXPhysiological LaboratoryNPI 1225688344Tax ID 27-1385885

    $62.91Published rate
  4. Melanie Nugent

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    AZPediatric Nurse PractitionerNPI 1003162108Tax ID 74-2410946

    $38.40Published rate
  5. Hamish Patel

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    FLInternal Medicine PhysicianNPI 1689023228Tax ID 74-2410946

    $18.39Published rate

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CPT 78122 vs. Other Nuclear Medicine Procedures Codes

The CPT 78122 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Nuclear Medicine 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 78122 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
78110-CPTLowBlood Cell Study, This Study Evaluates One Or More Blood Components Such As Plasma And Blood Cells After Injection Of A Radioactive Material. The Test May Help To Detect A Blood Condition.
78111-CPTLowBlood Cell Study, This Study Evaluates One Or More Blood Components Such As Plasma And Blood Cells After Injection Of A Radioactive Material. The Test May Help To Detect A Blood Condition.
78120-CPTLowBlood Cell Study, This Study Evaluates One Or More Blood Components Such As Plasma And Blood Cells After Injection Of A Radioactive Material. The Test May Help To Detect A Blood Condition.
78122-CPTLowBlood Cell Study, This Study Evaluates One Or More Blood Components Such As Plasma And Blood Cells After Injection Of A Radioactive Material. The Test May Help To Detect A Blood Condition.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 78122. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 78122 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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