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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.
Aff2 Gen Alys Charac Alleles, Aff2 Alf Transcription Elongation Factor 2 Fmr2 Eg Fragile X Intellectual Disability 2 Fraxe Gene Analysis Characterization Of Alleles Eg Expanded Size And Methylation Status
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Molecular Pathology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory None GW - Condition not related to the patient's terminal condition |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 81172 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 81172 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 81172 by major payers:
$221.03
$168.46
$254.43
$397.33
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CPT 81172
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$604.63Published rateChristopher Raio
St Francis Hospital
$274.56Published rateAusencio Nunez
Progressive Medical Center, S.C.
$151.16Published rateMichael Jacobson
Hroa 401k Plan
$115.43Published rateProgressive Emergency Physicians PLLC
$100.08Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 81172 vs. Other Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes
The CPT 81172 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Molecular Pathology 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 81172 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 81172-CPT | Moderate | Aff2 Gen Alys Charac Alleles, Aff2 Alf Transcription Elongation Factor 2 Fmr2 Eg Fragile X Intellectual Disability 2 Fraxe Gene Analysis Characterization Of Alleles Eg Expanded Size And Methylation Status |
| 81173-CPT | Moderate | Genetic Test Muscle Atrophy, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate Muscle Degeneration. Types Of Analysis Include Gene Variants Full Sequence Analysis Or Breakpoints. |
| 81174-CPT | Low | Genetic Test Muscle Atrophy, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate Muscle Degeneration. Types Of Analysis Include Gene Variants Full Sequence Analysis Or Breakpoints. |
| 81175-CPT | Moderate | Asxl1 (Additional Sex Combs Li, Asxl1 (Additional Sex Combs Like 1 Transcriptional Regulator) (Eg Myelodysplastic Syndrome Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia) Gene Analysis Full Gene Sequence Ransfusion Purpura) Gene Analysis Common Variant Hpa-9ab (V837m) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 81172. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 81172 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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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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