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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Chemistry Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 90 - Reference Laboratory AY - ESRD patient non-ESRD service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 82108 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 82108 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 82108 by major payers:

$22.31

$17.71

$27.97

$36.95
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E And A Medical On The Go Healthcare Of South Florida LLC
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 82108 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 82108 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Chemistry 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 82108 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 82107-CPT | Low | Afp Test Done On Blood Sample, Alpha-Fetoprotein (Afp) Test Done On A Blood Sample. This Test May Be Done As Part Of Prenatal Screening To Detect Fetal Abnormalities Or May Be Used To Detect Certain Cancers Such As Liver Cancer Testicular Cancer Or Ovarian Cancer. |
| 82108-CPT | Low | Screening For Aluminum, This Screening Monitors The Amount Of Aluminum Present In The Blood Or Urine. It Is Used When A Person Is At Risk Of Aluminum Poisoning. |
| 82120-CPT | Low | Test For Vaginal Infection, This Test Helps To Determine The Specific Cause Of Vaginitis And May Be Performed After Negative Testing For Yeasts Or Trichomonas. |
| 82163-CPT | Low | Test Blood Pressure Regulation, The Blood Pressure Regulation Test Measures Production Of Angiotensin Ii. This Compound Is One Of The Peptides (Amino Acid Chain) That Ensures Blood Pressure Is Adequate For Any Given Activity. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 82108. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 82108 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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