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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 | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory 26 - Professional component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $75.60 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 83006 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $75.60 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 83006 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 83006 by major payers:
$51.13
$33.59
$63.44
$123.30
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CPT 83006
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Overlook Hospital
Atlantic Health System Inc
$101.06Published rateChristopher Raio
Mercy Medical Center
$89.81Published rateMichael Shuler
Athens Orthopedic Clinic, P.A.
$45.36Published rateSacred Heart Health System Inc, Sacred Heart Home Care
Sacred Heart Health System Inc
$12.67Published rateProgressive Emergency Physicians PLLC
$10.91Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 83006 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 83006 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 83006 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.
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| 82979-CPT | Low | Test Of Glutathione Deficiency, Test For Glutathione Deficiency. Glutathione Is A Type Of Amino Acid That Has Antioxidant Properties And Is Found In Red Blood Cells. |
| 83006-CPT | Low | Pituitary Gland Tests, Hgh Stimulation Is One Type Of Human Growth Hormone Test. It Helps To Diagnose Low Pituitary Gland Function. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 83006. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 83006 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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