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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.
Full Autopsy Of Newborn, Newborn Autopsy Is An Examination Of The Body To Determine Cause Of Death. A Full Autopsy Includes A Gross Examination Of The Exterior And Interior Body With The Naked Eye And Microscopic Examination. Test Also Includes Brain Exam.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Anatomic Pathology Procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 88029 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 88029 by major payers:
$245.41
$170.46
$225.73
$235.33
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CPT 88029
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Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$542.78Published rateBaycare Home Care, Inc.
Baycare Home Care Inc
$262.70Published rateChristopher Raio
St Francis Hospital
$226.34Published rateMark Vital
Hea Clinic, P.A.
$124.29Published rateRestorative Health Rehabilitation Inc
$35.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 88029 vs. Other Anatomic Pathology Procedures Codes
The CPT 88029 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Anatomic Pathology 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 88029 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 88012-CPT | Moderate | Infant Autopsy With Brain Exam, Infant Autopsy Is An Examination Of The Deceased Infants Body To Determine Cause Of Death. The Gross Examination Is The Process By Which The Exterior And Interior Body Is Inspected With The Naked Eye. Test Includes Brain Examination. |
| 88016-CPT | Moderate | Autopsy Of Stillborn Infant, Exam Of The Body Of A Macerated Stillborn Infant To Determine Cause Of Death. This Condition Usually Occurs During Pregnancy In Which One Twin Dies Or A Single Infant Is Born But There Was No Suspected Twin. |
| 88028-CPT | Moderate | Full Autopsy Of Infant, Infant Autopsy Is An Examination Of The Infants Body To Determine Cause Of Death. A Full Autopsy Includes A Gross Examination Of The Exterior And Interior Body With The Naked Eye And Microscopic Examination. Test Also Includes Brain Exam. |
| 88029-CPT | Moderate | Full Autopsy Of Newborn, Newborn Autopsy Is An Examination Of The Body To Determine Cause Of Death. A Full Autopsy Includes A Gross Examination Of The Exterior And Interior Body With The Naked Eye And Microscopic Examination. Test Also Includes Brain Exam. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 88029. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 88029 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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