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Billing code 0458U · Lab & pathology

0458U Medicaid reimbursement rate by state (2026)

Clinical lab tests. Medicaid pays a median of $244.87 for 0458U across 8 states, from $140.67 in Florida to $260.50 in Montana.

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

States publishing
8
National median
$244.87units vary by state
Lowest
$140.67Florida
Highest
$260.50Montana
Answer

What does Medicaid pay for 0458U?

8 state Medicaid programs publish a fee-for-service rate for 0458U. The national median is $244.87 (units differ between states). Montana pays the most, $260.50, and Florida the least, $140.67, a 1.9x spread.

State ranking

0458U 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 2025-01-01$260.50——Not classified—
2Kentucky Source · since 2025-01-01$260.50——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
3Hawaii Source · since 2026-06-01$260.50——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
7Maryland Source · since 2026-02-01$207.10——Not classified—
8Florida Source · since 2026-01-01$140.67——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 0458U?

It depends on the state. Of the 8 states with a published fee-for-service rate, the median is $244.87. Montana pays the most ($260.50) and Florida the least ($140.67).

Which state pays the highest Medicaid rate for 0458U?

Montana, at $260.50, effective 2025-01-01.

Do managed-care plans pay the same rate for 0458U?

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.