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CPT 88741 Fee Schedule

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 FactDetail
Service Type

Pathology and Laboratory Procedures

In Vivo (eg, Transcutaneous) Laboratory Procedures

Common Place of Service

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

26 - Professional component

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 88741
Medicaid Fee Schedule$8.645 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 88741

National average reimbursement for CPT 88741 by major payers:

bcbs

$7.85

uhc

$6.84

aetna

$8.53

cigna

$44.92

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CPT 88741
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Chu Chen

    Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.

    MAPediatrics PhysicianNPI 1073502985Tax ID 42-484572

    $22.62Published rate
  2. Christopher Raio

    Samaritan Emergency Medical Services PC

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 20-8243412

    $13.49Published rate
  3. Baycare Home Care, Inc.

    Baycare Home Care Inc

    FLHome Health AgencyNPI 1972501252Tax ID 59-3582520

    $8.46Published rate
  4. Brittany Ptachick

    Hroa 401k Plan

    VAFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1053866707Tax ID 54-1958039

    $5.62Published rate
  5. Christopher Raio

    Good Samaritan Hosptial Medical Center

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 11-1888924

    $2.75Published rate

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CPT 88741 vs. Other In Vivo (eg, Transcutaneous) Laboratory Procedures Codes

The CPT 88741 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for In Vivo (eg, Transcutaneous) Laboratory 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 88741 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
88720-CPTLowBlood Test For Bilirubin, Bilirubin Is A Byproduct Created When Red Blood Cells Break Down. Tests Measure All Bilirubin Or The Amount Absorbed Into The Liver And Assess Liver And Gall Bladder Function.
88738-CPTLowBlood Oxygen Capacity Test, Blood Or Urine Is Tested For Hemoglobin (Hb) A Protein That Carries Oxygen In Red Blood Cells. Excessive Amounts Of The Various Types Of Hb Are Linked To Anemia And Premature Cell Death.
88740-CPTLowCarbon Monoxide Blood Test, This Test Measures The Amount Of Carbon Monoxide (Co) Present In A Blood Sample. The Test Is Given To Individuals Suspected To Have Co Poisoning.
88741-CPTLowBlood Test Methemoglobin, This Test Checks For Methemoglobin In The Blood. Methemoglobin Cuts Off Oxygen To Blood Cells And A Common Symptom Is A Bluish Skin Color. The Condition May Be Genetic Or Caused By Exposure To Chemicals.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 88741. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 88741 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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