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Last Verified: September 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.
Chromium Cr-51 sodium chromate, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 250 microcuries
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Administrative, Miscellaneous and Investigational Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for A9553 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS A9553 by major payers:
$318.44
$686.70
$398.12
$362.57
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HCPCS A9553
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Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Inc, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hosptial
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Inc
$1,543.09Published rateHospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville, Jefferson Hospital
Hospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville
$690.40Published rateStephens County Anesthesia Services,LLC
Stephens County Anesthesia Servicesllc
$676.79Published rateJohn D. Archbold Memorial Hospital, Inc.
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital Inc
$676.79Published rateChu Chen
Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$575.28Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS A9553 vs. Other Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals Codes
The HCPCS A9553 code is part of the Administrative, Miscellaneous and Investigational services used for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiopharmaceuticals. 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 HCPCS A9553 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A9552-HCPCS | Moderate | Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 FDG, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries |
| A9553-HCPCS | Moderate | Chromium Cr-51 sodium chromate, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 250 microcuries |
| A9554-HCPCS | Moderate | Iodine I-125 sodium iothalamate, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 10 microcuries |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS A9553. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the A9553 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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