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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 | $21.99 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 84244 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $21.715 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 84244 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 84244 by major payers:
$19.13
$15.96
$25.16
$31.86
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CPT 84244
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$48.38Published rateClhg-Ville Platte LLC, Mercy Regional Medical Center
$28.04Published rateColumbia Medical Center Of Plano Subsidiary Lp, Medical City Plano
$21.98Published rateLaredo Texas Hospital Company Lp, Laredo Medical Center
$21.98Published rateThe Good Shepherd Hospital, Inc., Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview
Good Shepherd Hospital Inc
$13.07Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 84244 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 84244 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 84244 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 84206-CPT | Low | Digestive Enzyme Test, The Test Measures Proinsulin Made By The Pancreas To Help Digest Sugars. It Is Involved In The Conversion Of Glucose. |
| 84210-CPT | Low | Blood Test Pyruvate, This Blood Test Measures Pyruvate Which Is Formed As Digestion Breaks Down Carbohydrates And Proteins. When There Is A Deficiency The Cells Do Not Get Enough Energy. |
| 84220-CPT | Low | Blood Test Pyruvate, This Blood Test Measures Pyruvate Which Is Formed As Digestion Breaks Down Carbohydrates And Proteins. When There Is A Deficiency The Cells Do Not Get Enough Energy. |
| 84244-CPT | Low | Kidney Enzyme (Renin) Test, This Test Is Related To Treatment For High Blood Pressure. It Can Show If A Person Is Sensitive To Salt. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 84244. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 84244 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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