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Last Verified: September 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.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Microbiology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 26 - Professional component 90 - Reference Laboratory |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 87660 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 87660 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 87660 by major payers:
$19.52
$14.50
$22.60
$28.89
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CPT 87660
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Citizens Medical Center County Of Victoria, County Of Victoria Citizens Medical Center
$40.09Published rateHospital Service District 2 Of The Parish Of Tangipahoa State Of La., Hood Memorial Hospital
Hospital Service District 2 Of The Parish Of Tangipahoa State Of La
$20.04Published rateTenet Hospitals Limited, The Hospitals Of Providence Sierra Campus
$20.04Published rateVhs San Antonio Partners, LLC
$20.04Published rateCumberland Surgical Hospital Of San Antonio LLC, Legent Orthopedic & Spine
$7.21Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 87660 vs. Other Microbiology Procedures Codes
The CPT 87660 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 87660 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 87534-CPT | Low | Infectious Agent Detection By, Infectious Agent Detection By Nucleic Acid (Dna Orrna)Hiv-1 Direct Probe Technique Infectious Ag Ent Detection By Nucleic Acid (Dna Or Rna) |
| 87535-CPT | Low | Hiv 1 Probe Reverse Trnscrpj, Infectious Agent Detection By Nucleic Acid Dna Or Rna Hiv 1 Amplified Probe Technique Includes Reverse Transcription When Performed |
| 87660-CPT | Low | Test For Vaginal Infection, This Test Helps To Determine The Specific Cause Of Vaginitis And May Be Performed After Negative Testing For Yeasts Or Trichomonas. |
| 87661-CPT | Low | Trichomonas Vaginalis Amplif, Infectious Agent Detection By Nucleic Acid Dna Or Rna Trichomonas Vaginalis Amplified Probe Technique |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 87660. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 87660 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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