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Last Verified: October 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 Surgical Pathology Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component 91 - Repeat Lab Test 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $22.23 national lab fee schedule rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 88371 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $19.22 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 88371 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 88371 by major payers:
$28.15
$20.83
$27.51
$34.63
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CPT 88371
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Temple Vamc, Waco Vamc
$40.16Published rateHouston Northwest Operating Company, LLC, Houston Northwest Medical Center Acute
$22.22Published rateMother Frances Hospital Regional Health Care Center, Christus Mother Frances Hospital Tyler
Mother Frances Hospital Regional Health Care Center
$20.56Published rateBsa Hospital LLC
$18.15Published rateJeremy Kelley
Bama Heart Doc, PC Dba Alabama Heart & Vascular Medicine
$12.34Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 88371 vs. Other Surgical Pathology Procedures Codes
The CPT 88371 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Surgical 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 88371 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 88371-CPT | Low | Analysis Of Tissue Protein, This Test Detects Specific Proteins In A Sample Of Tissue. Analysis Of Specific Proteins Is Used To Help Diagnose Certain Diseases. |
| 88372-CPT | Low | Analysis Of Tissue Protein, This Test Detects Specific Proteins In A Sample Of Tissue. Analysis Of Specific Proteins Is Used To Help Diagnose Certain Diseases. |
| 88373-CPT | Low | M Phmtrc Alys Ishquant Semiq, Morphometric Analysis In Situ Hybridization Quantitative Or Semi Quantitative Using Computer Assisted Technology Per Specimen Each Additional Single Probe Stain Procedure List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
| 88374-CPT | Moderate | M Phmtrc Alys Ishquant Semiq, Morphometric Analysis In Situ Hybridization Quantitative Or Semi Quantitative Using Computer Assisted Technology Per Specimen Each Multiplex Probe Stain Procedure |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 88371. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 88371 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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