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Medicare rates as of January 2026
CPT 88175 is classified under Pathology and Laboratory Procedures, in the Cytopathology Procedures subgroup.
Cytopath C V Auto Fluid Redo, Cytopathology Cervical Or Vaginal Any Reporting System Collected In Preservative Fluid Automated Thin Layer Preparation With Screening By Automated System And Manual Rescreening Or Review Under Physician Supervision
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Cytopathology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 81 - Independent Laboratory 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 90 - Reference Laboratory 33 - Preventive Services |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $26.61 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 88175 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $25.82 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 88175 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 88175 by major payers:
$26.62
BCBS / Anthem
$25.59
UnitedHealthcare
$31.28
Aetna
$38.99
Cigna
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CPT 88175
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Ram Saha
Mcv Associated Physicians
$54.36Published rateEmerus Bhs Sa Thousand Oaks LLC
$26.61Published rateColumbia Medical Center Of Plano Subsidiary Lp, Medical City Plano
$26.61Published rateEast Texas Medical Center Athens
Etx Successor Athens
$22.10Published rateUhs Of Texoma, Inc, Texoma Medical Center
Uhs Of Texoma Inc
$15.14Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 88175 vs. Other Cytopathology Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 88175. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 88142-CPT | Low | Cytopathology Cervical Or Vag, Cytopathology Cervical Or Vaginal (Any Reporting System)Collected In Preservative Fluid Automatedthin Layer Preparation Manual Screening Under P Hysician Supervision |
| 88143-CPT | Low | Cytopath C V Thin Layer Redo, Cytopathology Cervical Or Vaginal Any Reporting System Collected In Preservative Fluid Automated Thin Layer Preparation With Manual Screening And Rescreening Under Physician Supervision |
| 88147-CPT | Low | Pap Test, Routine Pap Smear Screened By An Automated System Under Physician Supervision. If A Follow-Up Screen Is Needed It Is Evaluated Manually By A Physician. |
| 88175-CPT | Low | Cytopath C V Auto Fluid Redo, Cytopathology Cervical Or Vaginal Any Reporting System Collected In Preservative Fluid Automated Thin Layer Preparation With Screening By Automated System And Manual Rescreening Or Review 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 88175. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CPT 88175 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 88175 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.