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Billing code 0285U · Lab & pathology

0285U Medicaid reimbursement rate by state (2026)

Clinical lab tests. Medicaid pays a median of $443.31 for 0285U across 8 states, from $239.39 in Florida to $443.31 in Montana.

Data as of Oct 5, 20268 statesEvery rate links to its official source

States publishing
8
National median
$443.31units vary by state
Lowest
$239.39Florida
Highest
$443.31Montana
Answer

What does Medicaid pay for 0285U?

8 state Medicaid programs publish a fee-for-service rate for 0285U. The national median is $443.31 (units differ between states). Montana pays the most, $443.31, and Florida the least, $239.39, a 1.9x spread.

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0285U rate by state: highest, middle and lowest

One like-for-like fee-for-service rate per state, ranked. The workspace lists all 8 states with every variant, modifier and effective date.

#StateMedicaid rateUnitPer hourManaged-care plans% of Medicare
1Montana Source · since 2024-01-01$443.31——Not classified—
2Minnesota Source · since 2024-01-01$443.31——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
3Kentucky Source · since 2024-01-01$443.31——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
7Mississippi Source · since 2026-07-01$398.98——Plans must pay at least this—
8Florida Source · since 2026-01-01$239.39——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
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Rates are per the unit shown for each state; units can differ between states. Medicare amounts are computed from the CMS relative value file and locality cost indices; states with several Medicare localities show a range. Confirm rates with the payer before billing.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does Medicaid pay for 0285U?

It depends on the state. Of the 8 states with a published fee-for-service rate, the median is $443.31. Montana pays the most ($443.31) and Florida the least ($239.39).

Which state pays the highest Medicaid rate for 0285U?

Montana, at $443.31, effective 2024-01-01.

Do managed-care plans pay the same rate for 0285U?

Not necessarily. Each state's plan contracts decide whether plans must pay at least the fee-for-service rate, pay a state-set rate, or negotiate their own. The workspace shows the rule for each state, cited to the contract or statute.