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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Therapeutic Drug Assays |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component 90 - Reference Laboratory |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $14.14 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 80198 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $13.965 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 80198 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 80198 by major payers:

$12.57

$10.17

$16.13

$21.04
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Methodist Hospitals Of Dallas, Methodist Charlton Medical Center
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Palo Pinto County Hospital District, Palo Pinto General Hospital
Aaron Askew
The Orthopedic And Neurosurgical Center Of The Cascades
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 80198 vs. Other Therapeutic Drug Assays Codes
The CPT 80198 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Therapeutic Drug Assays. 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 80198 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 80186-CPT | Low | Seizure Medication Monitoring, Lab Blood Test To Ensure Therapeutic Dosing Of Anticonvulsant Drug. Periodic Monitoring Evaluates Dosage Adverse Effects And Interactions With Other Drugs. |
| 80188-CPT | Low | Seizure Medication Monitoring, Lab Blood Test To Ensure Therapeutic Dosing Of Anticonvulsant Drug. Periodic Monitoring Evaluates Dosage Adverse Effects And Interactions With Other Drugs. |
| 80198-CPT | Low | Asthma Medication Analysis, Theophylline Is A Drug Used As A Long-Term Therapy As A Bronchodilator (Keeps Airways Freely Open). Periodic Blood Analysis Ensures The Proper Dose And Is Needed To Monitor For Adverse Effects. |
| 80202-CPT | Low | Antibiotic Monitoring, Lab Blood Test To Ensure Therapeutic Levels Of An Antibiotic. Monitoring Ensures Levels Are High Enough To Treat The Infection But Low Enough To Avoid Toxicity. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 80198. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 80198 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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