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CPT 82272 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

Chemistry Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

23 - Emergency Room

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

QW - CLIA Waived Tests

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 82272
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 82272

National average reimbursement for CPT 82272 by major payers:

bcbs

$3.94

uhc

$3.46

aetna

$4.93

cigna

$30.78

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CPT 82272
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  1. Foundation Bariatric Hospital Of San Antonio, LLC, Foundation Surgical Hospital Of San Antonio

    Foundation Bariatric Hospital Of San Antonio, LLC

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1932284411Tax ID 20-3793927

    $97.50Published rate
  2. Matagorda County Hospital District, Matagorda Regional Medical Center

    Matagorda County Hospital District

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1679678767Tax ID 74-6025069

    $4.23Published rate
  3. Hospital Service District No. 1 Of Caldwell Parish, Citizens Medical Center

    Citizens Medical Center

    LAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1306865761Tax ID 72-0862035

    $4.23Published rate
  4. The Good Shepherd Hospital, Inc., Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview

    Good Shepherd Hospital Inc

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1689663007Tax ID 75-1041154

    $2.76Published rate
  5. El Campo Memorial Hospital

    TXGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1003192311Tax ID 45-2750258

    $2.53Published rate

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CPT 82272 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes

The CPT 82272 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 82272 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
82271-CPTLowBlood Occult By Peroxidase Activt (Eg Guaiac) Qualitat, Blood Occult By Peroxidase Activity (Eg Guaiac) Qualitative; Other
82272-CPTLowOccult Bld Feces 1 3 Tests, Blood Occult By Peroxidase Activity Eg Guaiac Qualitative Feces 1 3 Simultaneous Determinations Performed For Other Than Colorectal Neoplasm Screening
82274-CPTLowAssay Test For Blood Fecal, Blood Occult By Fecal Hemoglobin Determination By Immunoassay Qualitative Feces 1 3 Simultaneous Determinations
82331-CPTLowCalcium Lab Test, This Test Measures Calcium Levels Which Helps In Diagnosing Some Conditions Such As Parathryoid Disease Bone Disorders And Chronic Renal Disease.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 82272. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 82272 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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