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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 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory 26 - Professional component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $4.75 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 83070 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $4.37 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 83070 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 83070 by major payers:
$3.82
$3.30
$5.82
$7.30
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CPT 83070
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Emerus Bhs Sa Thousand Oaks, LLC, Baptist Neighborhood Hospital
Emerus Bhs Sa Thousand Oaks LLC
$13.50Published rateChristopher Raio
St Francis Hospital
$5.64Published rateHouston Northwest Operating Company, LLC, Houston Northwest Medical Center Acute
$4.75Published rateClhg-Leesville, Byrd Regional Hospital
$3.98Published rateSt. Davids Healthcare Partnership, L.P., LLP, Heart Hospital Of Austin
Lone Star Circle Of Care
$2.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 83070 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 83070 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 83070 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 83012-CPT | Low | Blood Protein Binding Test, This Test Measures The Binding Of The Protein Haptoglobin To Hemoglobin And Reveals Whether Or Not The Body Is Maintaining A Balance Between Red Blood Cell Destruction And Production. |
| 83020-CPT | Low | Blood Oxygen Capacity Test, Blood Or Urine Is Tested For Hemoglobin (Hb) A Protein That Carries Oxygen In Red Blood Cells. Excessive Amounts Of The Various Types Of Hb Are Linked To Anemia And Premature Cell Death. |
| 83021-CPT | Low | Blood Oxygen Capacity Test, Blood Or Urine Is Tested For Hemoglobin (Hb) A Protein That Carries Oxygen In Red Blood Cells. Excessive Amounts Of The Various Types Of Hb Are Linked To Anemia And Premature Cell Death. |
| 83070-CPT | Low | Test For Excess Iron Storage, This Test Measures Hemosiderin A Pigment In Hemoglobin That Binds To Iron. In Excess It Can Cause Immune-Related Hemolytic Anemia. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 83070. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 83070 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
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Provider Type
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