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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.
Fasting Blood Sugar Test, The Test Measures The Amount Of Glucose In A Blood Sample. The Sample May Be Collected After An 8-Hour Fast To Evaluate How Well Carbohydrates Are Turned Into Glucose. A Pinprick Test Touches A Drop To Color-Reactive Paper To Measure The Glucose Level.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Chemistry Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 81 - Independent Laboratory |
| Common Modifiers | QW - CLIA Waived Tests 26 - Professional component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $3.93 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 82947 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $3.88 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 82947 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 82947 by major payers:
$3.59
$3.71
$5.03
$5.85
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$80.00Published ratePeter Karlin
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 82947 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 82947 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 82947 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 82946-CPT | Low | Glucagon Test Series, The Glucagon Tolerance Test Helps Diagnose Hypoglycemic And Insulin Conditions. A Two-Minute Glucagon Iv Injection Causes An Insulin Peak. Glucose And Insulin Levels Are Measured At Baseline And Timed Intervals. |
| 82947-CPT | Low | Fasting Blood Sugar Test, The Test Measures The Amount Of Glucose In A Blood Sample. The Sample May Be Collected After An 8-Hour Fast To Evaluate How Well Carbohydrates Are Turned Into Glucose. A Pinprick Test Touches A Drop To Color-Reactive Paper To Measure The Glucose Level. |
| 82948-CPT | Low | Fasting Blood Sugar Test, The Test Measures The Amount Of Glucose In A Blood Sample. The Sample May Be Collected After An 8-Hour Fast To Evaluate How Well Carbohydrates Are Turned Into Glucose. A Pinprick Test Touches A Drop To Color-Reactive Paper To Measure The Glucose Level. |
| 82950-CPT | Low | Glucose Tolerance Test, Glucose Tolerance Testing (Gtt) Evaluates Carbohydrate Metabolism. The Person Eats A High Carbohydrate Meal Or Drinks An Oral Glucose Solution. Two Hours Later Blood Glucose Levels Are Checked To Measure How Well Carbohydrates Are Turned Into Glucose. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 82947. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 82947 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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A CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) code is a standardized five-digit code used by medical professionals to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services and procedures. These codes are vital for understanding healthcare costs because they facilitate accurate billing and reimbursement. Knowing the CPT code for your procedure allows you to precisely search for pricing information, for example, through Payerprice's lookup tool.
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To find accurate pricing for a medical procedure, you generally need the specific CPT code for the service, your geographic location (city, state, or ZIP code), and sometimes information regarding your insurance coverage. Tools like Payerprice allow you to search effectively using CPT codes and location to get an estimate tailored to your situation.
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