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CPT 81228 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.

Cytogenomic Constitutional (Genome-Wide) Microarray Analysis; Interrogation Of Genomic Regions For Copy Number Variants (Eg, Bacterial Artificial Chromosome (Bac) Or Oligo-Based Comparative Genomic Hybridization (Cgh) Microarray Analysis)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Pathology and Laboratory Procedures

Molecular Pathology Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

81 - Independent Laboratory

Common Modifiers

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

90 - Reference Laboratory

XU - Unusual Non-Overlapping Service

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 81228
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 81228

National average reimbursement for CPT 81228 by major payers:

bcbs

$656.76

uhc

$551.21

aetna

$794.18

cigna

$1,305.95

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CPT 81228
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Mountainside Family Practice Associates

    Atlantic Health System Inc

    NJFamily Medicine PhysicianNPI 1528199890Tax ID 52-1958352

    $1,203.17Published rate
  2. Chu Chen

    Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.

    MAPediatrics PhysicianNPI 1073502985Tax ID 42-484572

    $900.00Published rate
  3. Christopher Raio

    St Joseph Hospital

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-3438973

    $540.00Published rate
  4. Charleston Radiologists PA

    Charleston Radiologists, P.A.

    SCSingle Specialty GroupNPI 1811000177Tax ID 57-0634747

    $450.00Published rate
  5. E And A Medical On The Go Healthcare Of South Florida LLC, E And A Healthcare On The Go

    E And A Medical On The Go Healthcare Of South Florida LLC

    FLHome Health AgencyNPI 1598375651Tax ID 83-2289173

    $315.00Published rate

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CPT 81228 vs. Other Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes

The CPT 81228 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 81228 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
81226-CPTModerateCyp2d6 Gene Com Variants, Cyp2d6 Cytochrome P450 Family 2 Subfamily D Polypeptide 6 Eg Drug Metabolism Gene Analysis Common Variants Eg 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 17 19 29 35 41 1xn 2xn 4xn
81227-CPTLowGenetic Test For Drug Therapy, A Lab Test That Evaluates How Well A Drug Is Metabolized By The Body. This Helps To Identify The Most Effective Drug Therapy And The Likelihood Of Developing Severe Side Effects.
81228-CPTModerateCytogenomic Constitutional (Genome-Wide) Microarray Analysis; Interrogation Of Genomic Regions For Copy Number Variants (Eg, Bacterial Artificial Chromosome (Bac) Or Oligo-Based Comparative Genomic Hybridization (Cgh) Microarray Analysis)
81229-CPTModerateCytog Alys Chrml Abnr Snpcgh, Cytogenomic Genome Wide Analysis For Constitutional Chromosomal Abnormalities Interrogation Of Genomic Regions For Copy Number And Single Nucleotide Polymorphism Snp Variants Comparative Genomic Hybridization Cgh Microarray Analysis

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 81228. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 81228 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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