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CPT 81351 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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.

Tp53 (Tumor Protein 53) Gene Analysis; Full Gene, Tp53 (Tumor Protein 53) (Eg Li-Fraumeni Syndrome) Gene Analysis; Full Gene Sequence
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

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 81351
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 81351

National average reimbursement for CPT 81351 by major payers:

bcbs

$543.99

uhc

$385.65

aetna

$582.05

cigna

$896.43

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CPT 81351
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Chu Chen

    Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.

    MAPediatrics PhysicianNPI 1073502985Tax ID 42-484572

    $1,412.07Published rate
  2. Christopher Raio

    St Joseph Hospital

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-3438973

    $762.52Published rate
  3. Nicole Schwab

    Allergy & Asthma Of Dupage, S.C.

    ILFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1164776688Tax ID 36-2925195

    $513.48Published rate
  4. Christopher Raio

    St Francis Hospital

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-2050523

    $385.11Published rate
  5. Sunrise Home Health Care Inc.

    Sunrise Home Health Care Inc

    FLHome Health AgencyNPI 1366400376Tax ID 65-0307774

    $256.73Published rate

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CPT 81351 vs. Other Molecular Pathology Procedures Codes

The CPT 81351 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 81351 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
81350-CPTLowUgt1a1 Gene Common Variants, Ugt1a1 Udp Glucuronosyltransferase 1 Family Polypeptide A1 Eg Drug Metabolism Hereditary Unconjugated Hyperbilirubinemia Gilbert Syndrome Gene Analysis Common Variants Eg 28 36 37
81351-CPTModerateTp53 (Tumor Protein 53) Gene Analysis; Full Gene, Tp53 (Tumor Protein 53) (Eg Li-Fraumeni Syndrome) Gene Analysis; Full Gene Sequence
81352-CPTModerateU2af1 (U2 Small Nuclear Rna Au, U2af1 (U2 Small Nuclear Rna Auxiliary Factor 1) (Eg Myelodysplastic Syndrome Acute Myeloid Leukemia) Gene Analysis Common Variants (Eg S34f S34yq157r Q157p)

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 81351. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 81351 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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