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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.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Chemistry Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory 26 - Professional component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $26.79 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 82308 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $24.645 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 82308 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 82308 by major payers:
$23.39
$18.97
$30.57
$39.17
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CPT 82308
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Henderson Hospital, LLC, Uthealth East Texas Henderson Hospital
$90.00Published rateAll Ways Homecare Inc
$35.00Published rateClhg, Minden Medical Center
$26.79Published rateHilton Head Health System, L.P., Hilton Head Hospital
$26.79Published rateAaron Askew
The Orthopedic And Neurosurgical Center Of The Cascades
$11.25Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 82308 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 82308 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 82308 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 82154-CPT | Low | Androstanediol Glucuronide |
| 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. |
| 82306-CPT | Low | Test For Vitamin D Deficiency, This Blood Test Measures The Amount Of Vitamin D Present In The Body And The Bodys Ability To Store It. |
| 82308-CPT | Low | Calcitonin Hormone Test, This Test Measures The Level Of Calcitonin In A Blood Sample. Calcitonin Is A Hormone That Helps Process Calcium And Phosphorus. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 82308. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 82308 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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