CPT 87283 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 Microbiology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 72 - Rural Health Clinic |
| Common Modifiers | None PO - Services, procedures and/or surgeries furnished at off-campus provider-based outpatient departments |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 87283 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 87283 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 87283 by major payers:
$47.52
$25.24
$47.60
$82.44
CPT 87283 vs. Other Microbiology Procedures Codes
The CPT 87283 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Microbiology 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 87283 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 87281-CPT | Low | Test For Rsv Infection, Test For Respiratory Syncytial Virus (Rsv) An Infection That Can Be Severe For Infants And Young Children. |
| 87283-CPT | Low | Infect Agnt Antign Detect By Immunofluoresc Techniq; Rub, Infectious Agent Antigen Detection By Immunofluorescent Technique; Rub |
| 87285-CPT | Low | Syphilis Testing, This Test Detects Antibodies To Syphilis A Bacterial Infection. It Is Frequently Spread By Sexual Contact. Blood Tests Screen For The Infection And Monitor Response To Treatment. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 87283. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 87283 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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