CPT 81212 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Genetic Analysis Procedures Tier 1 Molecular Pathology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 90 - Reference Laboratory 33 - Preventive Services |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 81212 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 81212 by major payers:
$310.90
$198.76
$366.19
$644.10
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 81212 | $177.50 | 1255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO | 111888924 - GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPTIAL MEDICAL CENTER | NY | Emergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X) |
United | 81212 | $176.70 | 1619910627 - BRADLEY WEISNER | 562107759 - UROLOGY SPECIALISTS OF THE CAROLINAS, PLLC | NC | Urology Physician (208800000X) |
United | 81212 | $264.00 | 1255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO | 111888924 - GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPTIAL MEDICAL CENTER | NY | Emergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X) |
United | 81212 | $968.00 | 1073502985 - CHU CHEN | 42484572 - MERRIMACK VALLEY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES, INC. | MA | Pediatrics Physician (208000000X) |
United | 81212 | $131.02 | 1033117007 - BAYCARE HOME CARE, INC. | 593582520 - (FL) BAYCARE HOME CARE INC | FL | Home Health Agency (251E00000X) |
United | 81212 | $522.72 | 1255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO | 113438973 - ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL | NY | Emergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X) |
United | 81212 | $131.02 | 1952309171 - BAYCARE HOME CARE, INC. | 593582520 - (FL) BAYCARE HOME CARE INC | FL | Home Health Agency (251E00000X) |
United | 81212 | $264.00 | 1497944565 - MICHAEL SHULER | 581076549 - ATHENS ORTHOPEDIC CLINIC, P.A. | GA | Orthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (207XS0106X) |
United | 81212 | $88.35 | 1811000177 - CHARLESTON RADIOLOGISTS PA | 570634747 - CHARLESTON RADIOLOGISTS, P.A. | SC | Diagnostic Radiology Physician (2085R0202X) |
United | 81212 | $968.00 | 1073502985 - CHU CHEN | 42484572 - MERRIMACK VALLEY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES, INC. | MA | Pediatrics Physician (208000000X) |
United | 81212 | $184.80 | 1073515912 - MARK VITAL | 760512625 - HEA CLINIC, P.A., DBA HOUSTON EYE ASSOCIATES | TX | Ophthalmology Physician (207W00000X) |
United | 81212 | $70.68 | 1366400376 - SUNRISE HOME HEALTH CARE INC. | 650307774 - (FL) SUNRISE HOME HEALTH CARE INC | FL | Home Health Agency (251E00000X) |
United | 81212 | $154.00 | 1598375651 - E AND A MEDICAL ON THE GO HEALTHCARE OF SOUTH FLORIDA LLC, E AND A HEALTHCARE ON THE GO | 832289173 - (FL) E AND A MEDICAL ON THE GO HEALTHCARE OF SOUTH FLORIDA LLC | FL | Home Health Agency (251E00000X) |
United | 81212 | $131.02 | 1821097627 - BAYCARE HOME CARE, INC. | 593582520 - (FL) BAYCARE HOME CARE INC | FL | Home Health Agency (251E00000X) |
United | 81212 | $74.10 | 1366428401 - AARON ASKEW | 911750212 - DESERT BONE & JOINT SPECIALISTS, LLP | OR | Orthopaedic Trauma Physician (207XX0801X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 81212 vs. Other Tier 1 Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes
The CPT 81212 code is part of the Genetic Analysis Procedures services used for Tier 1 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 81212 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 81210-CPT | Low | Braf (B-Raf Proto-Oncogene Se, Braf (B-Raf Proto-Oncogene Serinethreonine Kinase) (Eg Colon Cancer Melanoma) Gene Analysis V600 Variant(S) |
| 81212-CPT | Moderate | Brca1 2 185 5385 6174 Vrnt, Brca1 Brca1 Dna Repair Associated Brca2 Brca2 Dna Repair Associated Eg Hereditary Breast And Ovarian Cancer Gene Analysis 185delag 5385insc 6174delt Variants |
| 81215-CPT | Moderate | Brca1 Genetic Test, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate Breast Cancer. Types Of Analysis Include Gene Variants Full Sequence Analysis Or Breakpoints. |
| 81216-CPT | Moderate | Brca2 Genetic Test, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate Breast Cancer. Types Of Analysis Include Gene Variants Full Sequence Analysis Or Breakpoints. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 81212. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 81212 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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