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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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 | 59 - Distinct Procedural Service 91 - Repeat Lab Test |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $47.59 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 86806 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $46.995 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 86806 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 86806 by major payers:

$39.56

$32.66

$49.07

$68.47
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Baycare Home Care Inc
Prisma Health-Upstate, Prisma Health Cancer Inst-Spartanburg
Prisma Health - Upstate
Christopher Raio
Samaritan Emergency Medical Services PC
E And A Medical On The Go Healthcare Of South Florida LLC, E And A Healthcare On The Go
E And A Medical On The Go Healthcare Of South Florida LLC
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 86806 vs. Other Immunology Procedures Codes
The CPT 86806 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 86806 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 86800-CPT | Low | Thyroid Autoimmune Test, The Test Looks For Thyroglobulin Antibodies. These Immune Proteins Can Be Present With Autoimmune Diseases. This Test Evaluates Abnormal Results From Previous Thyroid Gland Tests. |
| 86803-CPT | Low | Hepatitis C Antibody Test, This Blood Test Detects Antibodies For Hepatitis (Hep) C A Virus That Can Damage The Liver. If The Result Is Positive There Is A Current Or Previous Infection. |
| 86804-CPT | Low | Hepatitis C Antibody Test, This Blood Test Detects Antibodies For Hepatitis (Hep) C A Virus That Can Damage The Liver. If The Result Is Positive There Is A Current Or Previous Infection. |
| 86806-CPT | Low | Test For Donor Match, This Test Verifies Whether Donor And Recipient Tissues Are Compatible. Samples From Each Are Combined And Then Watched To See If There Are Toxic Reactions Such As Cell Death. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 86806. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 86806 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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