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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.
Pap Test, A Pap Test (Or Pap Smear) Is A Procedure Where Cells Are Collected From The Cervix (Uterus) Or Vagina To Test For Cancer Or Pre-Cancerous Cells And Done Under Physician Supervision.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Cytopathology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office 50 - Federally Qualified Health Center |
| Common Modifiers | None QW - CLIA Waived Tests |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 88153 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 88153 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 88153 by major payers:
$21.44
$16.38
$21.15
$33.82
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CPT 88153
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Da Pediatric Rehabilitation
$60.00Published rateChristopher Raio
Mercy Medical Center
$34.60Published rateChristopher Raio
St Joseph Hospital
$24.03Published rateBaycare Home Care, Inc.
Baycare Home Care Inc
$17.80Published rateChristopher Raio
St Francis Hospital
$5.80Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 88153 vs. Other Cytopathology Procedures Codes
The CPT 88153 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Cytopathology 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 88153 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 88150-CPT | Low | Pap Test, A Pap Test (Or Pap Smear) Is A Procedure Where Cells Are Collected From The Cervix (Uterus) Or Vagina To Test For Cancer Or Pre-Cancerous Cells And Done Under Physician Supervision. |
| 88152-CPT | Low | Pap Test, A Pap Test (Or Pap Smear) Is A Procedure Where Cells Are Collected From The Cervix (Uterus) Or Vagina To Test For Cancer Or Pre-Cancerous Cells And Done Under Physician Supervision. |
| 88153-CPT | Low | Pap Test, A Pap Test (Or Pap Smear) Is A Procedure Where Cells Are Collected From The Cervix (Uterus) Or Vagina To Test For Cancer Or Pre-Cancerous Cells And Done Under Physician Supervision. |
| 88164-CPT | Low | Pap Test, A Pap Test (Or Pap Smear) Is A Procedure Where Cells Are Collected From The Cervix (Uterus) Or Vagina To Test For Cancer Or Pre-Cancerous Cells And Done Under Physician Supervision. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 88153. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 88153 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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