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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.
Thyroid Hormone (T4) Test, Test Of The Thyroid Hormone T4. Evaluating T4 Levels Can Confirm An Over- Or Underactive Thyroid Gland. The Balance Of T4 Is Important As It Helps Manage Enzymes That Make Energy For The Body.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Chemistry Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component 90 - Reference Laboratory |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $6.87 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 84436 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $6.785 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 84436 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 84436 by major payers:
$5.74
$4.85
$8.19
$10.05
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CPT 84436
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Robert Meier
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$7.90Published rateJerry Sloan
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$7.90Published rateKathleen Davis
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$2.89Published rateElaine Tsukayama
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$2.89Published rateMichael Mcnulty
Slocum Dickson Medical Group PLLC
$2.89Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 84436 vs. Other Chemistry Procedures Codes
The CPT 84436 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 84436 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 84432-CPT | Low | Test Thyroid Immune Function, The Test Evaluates The Immune Function Of The Thyroid Gland By Checking For Thyroglobulin An Antibody That Causes The Thyroid Gland To Self-Destruct. |
| 84436-CPT | Low | Thyroid Hormone (T4) Test, Test Of The Thyroid Hormone T4. Evaluating T4 Levels Can Confirm An Over- Or Underactive Thyroid Gland. The Balance Of T4 Is Important As It Helps Manage Enzymes That Make Energy For The Body. |
| 84437-CPT | Low | Thyroxine (T-4) Neonatal |
| 84439-CPT | Low | Thyroid Hormone (T4) Test, Test Of The Thyroid Hormone T4. Evaluating T4 Levels Can Confirm An Over- Or Underactive Thyroid Gland. The Balance Of T4 Is Important As It Helps Manage Enzymes That Make Energy For The Body. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 84436. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 84436 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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