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CPT 84311 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: July 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.

Lab Analysis With Light Waves, Spectrophotometry Is A Testing Method That Examines Visible Ultraviolet And Infrared Light Waves Shone Onto A Body Fluid Sample. The Method Measures The Amount Of Light Absorbed By The Sample. Results Indicate Density Of A Material In The Fluid.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Chemistry Procedures

Pathology and Laboratory Procedures

Common Place of Service

81 - Independent Laboratory

11 - Office

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

59 - Distinct Procedural Service

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 84311

National average reimbursement for CPT 84311 by major payers:

bcbs

$6.79

uhc

$5.34

aetna

$8.54

cigna

$12.07

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For billing codeCPT 84311
PayerCodeRateNPITax IDStateSpecialty
United
84311$4.861497944565 - MICHAEL SHULER581076549 - ATHENS ORTHOPEDIC CLINIC, P.A.GAOrthopaedic Hand Surgery Physician (207XS0106X)
United
84311$4.371255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO113438973 - ST JOSEPH HOSPITALNYEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
84311$7.281568532513 - GREENVILLE HEALTH SYSTEM, GHS PATEWOOD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL811723202 - PRISMA HEALTH - UPSTATESCGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
84311$4.371255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO112050523 - ST FRANCIS HOSPITALNYEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
84311$4.861255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO111888924 - GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPTIAL MEDICAL CENTERNYEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
84311$4.861861650780 - CHILDRENS NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER530196580 - CHILDRENS HOSPITALDCChildren's Hospital (282NC2000X)
United
84311$7.281255367637 - OCONEE MEDICAL CENTER811723202 - PRISMA HEALTH - UPSTATESCGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
84311$9.621255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO113438973 - ST JOSEPH HOSPITALNYEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
84311$12.151003166612 - MATTHEW LILLEY680637976 - BEND MEMORIAL CLINIC, PCOROrthopaedic Surgery Physician (207X00000X)
United
84311$7.281417505694 - PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE, PRISMA HEALTH HILLCREST HOSPITAL VASCULAR LAB811723202 - PRISMA HEALTH - UPSTATESCGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
84311$8.101982800397 - PELHAM MEDICAL CENTER141996067SCGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
84311$8.101972503910 - WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, TIDELANDS WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL43633263 - WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITALSCGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
84311$10.691255478004 - CHRISTOPHER RAIO111635088 - MERCY MEDICAL CENTERNYEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
84311$5.501033320049 - ANN STECK344428256 - TOLEDO HOSPITALOHFamily Medicine Physician (207Q00000X)
United
84311$8.101073502985 - CHU CHEN42484572 - MERRIMACK VALLEY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES, INC.MAPediatrics Physician (208000000X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 84311 vs. Other Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Codes

The CPT 84311 code is part of the Chemistry Procedures services used for Pathology and Laboratory 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 84311 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
84228-CPTLowMalaria Medication Monitoring, Quinine Is An Antimalarial Drug That Can Cause Severe Side Effects. Its Use Is Monitored To Ensure The Lowest Possible Therapeutic Dose As Well As To Check For Toxicity.
84300-CPTLowSodium Electrolyte Test, Sodium Is An Electrolyte Helping The Body Stay Hydrated. The Blood Test Determines Fluid Retention Or Dehydration. The Urine Test Detects Too Much Or Too Little Sodium. The Tests Help Monitor High Blood Pressure And Kidney Function.
84302-CPTLowSodium Electrolyte Test, Sodium Is An Electrolyte Helping The Body Stay Hydrated. The Blood Test Determines Fluid Retention Or Dehydration. The Urine Test Detects Too Much Or Too Little Sodium. The Tests Help Monitor High Blood Pressure And Kidney Function.
84311-CPTLowLab Analysis With Light Waves, Spectrophotometry Is A Testing Method That Examines Visible Ultraviolet And Infrared Light Waves Shone Onto A Body Fluid Sample. The Method Measures The Amount Of Light Absorbed By The Sample. Results Indicate Density Of A Material In The Fluid.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 84311. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 84311 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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