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See a sample rate comparisonHCPCS A9538 is classified under Administrative, Miscellaneous and Investigational, in the Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals subgroup.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Administrative, Miscellaneous and Investigational Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $45.175 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for A9538 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS A9538 by major payers:

$53.27
BCBS / Anthem

$74.10
UnitedHealthcare

$67.74
Aetna

$56.60
Cigna
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Emory University, Emory University Hospital
Emory University
Fayette Community Hospital, Inc., Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayette Community Hospital Inc
Tattnall Hospital Company, LLC, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall
Emanuel County Hospital Authority, Emanuel Medical Center
Chu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS A9538 vs. Other Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals Codes
The table lists codes related to A9538. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| A9537-HCPCS | Low | Technetium Tc-99m mebrofenin, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 15 millicuries |
| A9538-HCPCS | Low | Technetium Tc-99m pyrophosphate, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 25 millicuries |
| A9539-HCPCS | Low | Technetium Tc-99m pentetate, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 25 millicuries |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS A9538. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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Factors that affect fee schedules
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