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See a sample rate comparisonCPT 84403 is classified under Pathology and Laboratory Procedures, in the Chemistry Procedures subgroup.
| 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 | $25.81 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 84403 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $25.485 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 84403 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 84403 by major payers:

$21.55
BCBS / Anthem

$18.34
UnitedHealthcare

$31.79
Aetna

$37.16
Cigna
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 84403 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 84403. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 84203-CPT | Low | Test For Exposure To Lead, Test Of Whole Blood For The Amount Of Protoporphyrin For Diagnosis Of Various Anemias Or Lead Toxicity. |
| 84402-CPT | Low | Testosterone Hormone Test, Testosterone Helps Balance Male-Female Secondary Sex Characteristics Like Body Hair. Results Help Evaluate Pituitary Gland And Sex Gland Conditions. |
| 84403-CPT | Low | Testosterone Hormone Test, Testosterone Helps Balance Male-Female Secondary Sex Characteristics Like Body Hair. Results Help Evaluate Pituitary Gland And Sex Gland Conditions. |
| 84410-CPT | Low | Testosterone; Bioavailable Direct Measurement (Eg Differential Precipitation). (Reinstated 01/01/2017). Thallium Blood Or Urine (Del 03/31/2003) |
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