CPT 86146 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Immunology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 91 - Repeat Lab Test |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 86146 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 86146 by major payers:
$21.26
$17.12
$27.58
$36.68
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
United | 86146 | $32.22 | 1669480323 - KELL WEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL LLC | 752756307 - KELL WEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL, LLC | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1609275585 - CHCA PEARLAND, L.P., HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE PEARLAND | 50631189 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1962455816 - CHCA CONROE LP, CONROE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 621801361 - (TX) CHCA CONROE LP | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1629021845 - ST DAVIDS HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP LP LLP, NORTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER | 742781812 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1538667035 - CARTHAGE HOSPITAL, LLC | 824005981 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1679528889 - ST. DAVID'S HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP, L.P., LLP, ST. DAVID'S SOUTH AUSTIN MEDICAL CENTER | 742781812 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $22.90 | 1720747496 - PRISMA HEALTH-UPSTATE, PRISMA HEALTH TRANSPLANT CENTER | 811723202 - PRISMA HEALTH - UPSTATE | SC | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1720033947 - ST. DAVIDS HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP, L.P., LLP, HEART HOSPITAL OF AUSTIN | 742781812 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1295036770 - CRESCENT CITY SURGICAL CENTRE OPERATING COMPANY, L.L.C. | 270508997 - (LA) CRESCENT CITY SURGICAL CENTRE | LA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $35.54 | 1548588841 - HARLINGEN VAMC | 272466786 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $47.13 | 1639263189 - LASALLE PARISH HOSPITAL SERVICE DIST NO1, HARDTNER MEDICAL CENTER | 720652984 - (LA) HARDTNER MEDICAL CENTER | LA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1669732178 - AD HOSPITAL EAST, LLC | 475587037 | TX | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $25.45 | 1821098286 - TOURO INFIRMARY | 720423659 - (LA) TOURO INFIRMARY | LA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $21.31 | 1881665164 - CLHG-LEESVILLE, BYRD REGIONAL HOSPITAL | 824337635 | LA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | 86146 | $32.79 | 1588648315 - POINTE COUPEE PARISH HEALTH SERVICES DISTRICT NUMBER ONE, POINTE COUPEE GENERAL HOSPITAL | 721054801 | LA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 86146 vs. Other Immunology Procedures Codes
The CPT 86146 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Immunology 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 86146 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 86146-CPT | Low | Test For Blood Condition, The Test Looks For Antibodies That Are Present In Aps (Antiphospholipid) Syndrome. Aps Causes Abnormal Blood Clotting With A Low Platelet Count And Greatly Increases The Likelihood Of Miscarriage. |
| 86147-CPT | Low | Test For Blood Condition, The Test Detects Antibodies That Cause Blood To Clot Spontaneously. This Can Result In Abnormal Blood Clotting Low Platelet Counts Or Repeated Miscarriages. This Test Is Specific For Anticardiolipin Antibodies Which Are Often Present With Lupus. |
| 86148-CPT | Low | Cell Death Study, This Study Examines The Process By Which Old Cells Die Off And Determines Whether Apparently Healthy Cells Are Dying. |
| 86225-CPT | Low | Autoimmune Disease Test, This Test Is Performed When Autoimmune Disease Involving Connective Tissue Is Suspected. The Test Identifies When An Immune System Creates Dna Antibodies To Destroy The Bodys Own Tissue. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 86146. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 86146 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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