CPT 89268 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Pathology and Laboratory Procedures Reproductive Medicine Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 81 - Independent Laboratory |
| Common Modifiers | None 59 - Distinct Procedural Service PO - Services, procedures and/or surgeries furnished at off-campus provider-based outpatient departments |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 89268 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 89268 by major payers:
$243.69
$289.18
$381.00
$800.27
CPT 89268 vs. Other Reproductive Medicine Procedures Codes
The CPT 89268 code is part of the Pathology and Laboratory Procedures services used for Reproductive Medicine 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 89268 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 89250-CPT | Moderate | Fertility Procedure, Laboratory Procedure To Help Induce A Pregnancy Through In-Vitro Fertilization Or Another Infertility Treatment Technique. |
| 89251-CPT | Moderate | Fertility Procedure, Laboratory Procedure To Help Induce A Pregnancy Through In-Vitro Fertilization Or Another Infertility Treatment Technique. |
| 89264-CPT | Low | Sperm Collection From Testicle, This Procedure Collects Fluid Or Tissue Directly From A Testicle To Find Out If Sperm Are Present. Fluid Is Taken To Help Diagnose A Blockage. Tissue Is Sampled When Other Methods Would Damage The Testicle. |
| 89268-CPT | Moderate | Insemination Of Oocytes |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 89268. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 89268 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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