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CPT 81268 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.

Chimerism Anal W Cell Select, Chimerism Engraftment Analysis Post Transplantation Specimen Eg Hematopoietic Stem Cell Includes Comparison To Previously Performed Baseline Analyses With Cell Selection Eg Cd3 Cd33 Each Cell Type
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Pathology and Laboratory Procedures

Molecular Pathology Procedures

Common Place of Service

81 - Independent Laboratory

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

91 - Repeat Lab Test

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 81268
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 81268

National average reimbursement for CPT 81268 by major payers:

bcbs

$224.35

uhc

$186.78

aetna

$268.61

cigna

$399.28

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CPT 81268
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Overlook Hospital

    Atlantic Health System Inc

    NJGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1417106907Tax ID 52-1958352

    $387.36Published rate
  2. Saeed Bajestani

    H Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst Life Time Cancer Scrn Ctr Inc

    FLAnatomic Pathology PhysicianNPI 1518028075Tax ID 59-3238640

    $156.47Published rate
  3. Bela Kis

    H Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst Life Time Cancer Scrn Ctr Inc

    FLVascular & Interventional Radiology PhysicianNPI 1124257977Tax ID 59-3238640

    $156.47Published rate
  4. Kristan Bright

    H Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst Life Time Cancer Scrn Ctr Inc

    FLPhysician AssistantNPI 1215264205Tax ID 59-3238640

    $133.00Published rate
  5. Jessica Tharp

    H Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst Life Time Cancer Scrn Ctr Inc

    FLPhysician AssistantNPI 1588138291Tax ID 59-3238640

    $133.00Published rate

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CPT 81268 vs. Other Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes

The CPT 81268 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 81268 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
81267-CPTLowChimerism Anal No Cell Selec, Chimerism Engraftment Analysis Post Transplantation Specimen Eg Hematopoietic Stem Cell Includes Comparison To Previously Performed Baseline Analyses Without Cell Selection
81268-CPTModerateChimerism Anal W Cell Select, Chimerism Engraftment Analysis Post Transplantation Specimen Eg Hematopoietic Stem Cell Includes Comparison To Previously Performed Baseline Analyses With Cell Selection Eg Cd3 Cd33 Each Cell Type
81269-CPTLowHba1hba2 (Alpha Globin 1 And, Hba1hba2 (Alpha Globin 1 And Alpha Globin 2) (Egalpha Thalassemia Hb Bart Hydrops Fetalis Syndro Me Hbh Disease) Gene Analysis Duplicationdeletion Variants (Eg Exon 12) Hpa-9ab (V837m)
81270-CPTLowBone Marrow Genetic Test, A Lab Analysis Of Genetic Material That Can Indicate A Problem With How Bone Marrow Creates Blood Cells. 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 81268. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 81268 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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