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CPT 81216 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.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Pathology and Laboratory Procedures

Molecular Pathology Procedures

Common Place of Service

81 - Independent Laboratory

11 - Office

Common Modifiers

None

90 - Reference Laboratory

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

GW - Condition not related to the patient's terminal condition

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 81216
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 81216

National average reimbursement for CPT 81216 by major payers:

bcbs

$208.35

uhc

$113.60

aetna

$265.52

cigna

$292.39

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CPT 81216
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Joselyn Gonzalez

    Atlantic Health System Inc

    NJInternal Medicine PhysicianNPI 1063491629Tax ID 52-1958352

    $247.47Published rate
  2. Christopher Raio

    Samaritan Emergency Medical Services PC

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 20-8243412

    $219.92Published rate
  3. Christopher Raio

    St Joseph Hospital

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-3438973

    $184.93Published rate
  4. Michael Shuler

    Athens Orthopedic Clinic, P.A.

    GAOrthopaedic Hand Surgery PhysicianNPI 1497944565Tax ID 58-1076549

    $111.07Published rate
  5. Brittany Ptachick

    Hroa 401k Plan

    VAFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1053866707Tax ID 54-1958039

    $77.75Published rate

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CPT 81216 vs. Other Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes

The CPT 81216 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 81216 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
81212-CPTModerateBrca1 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-CPTModerateBrca1 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-CPTModerateBrca2 Genetic Test, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate Breast Cancer. Types Of Analysis Include Gene Variants Full Sequence Analysis Or Breakpoints.
81217-CPTModerateBrca2 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 81216. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 81216 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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