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Billing code 0589U · Lab & pathology

0589U Medicaid reimbursement rate by state (2026)

Clinical lab tests. Medicaid pays a median of $178.87 for 0589U across 5 states, from $158.00 in Maryland to $198.74 in Arizona.

Data as of Oct 5, 20265 statesEvery rate links to its official source

States publishing
5
National median
$178.87units vary by state
Lowest
$158.00Maryland
Highest
$198.74Arizona
Answer

What does Medicaid pay for 0589U?

5 state Medicaid programs publish a fee-for-service rate for 0589U. The national median is $178.87 (units differ between states). Arizona pays the most, $198.74, and Maryland the least, $158.00, a 1.3x spread.

State ranking

0589U rate by state: highest, middle and lowest

One like-for-like fee-for-service rate per state, ranked. The workspace lists all 5 states with every variant, modifier and effective date.

#StateMedicaid rateUnitPer hourManaged-care plans% of Medicare
1Arizona Source · since 2026-10-01$198.74——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
2Montana Source · since 2026-01-01$198.73——Not classified—
3Missouri Source · since 2026-07-01$178.87——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

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What does Medicaid pay for 0589U?

It depends on the state. Of the 5 states with a published fee-for-service rate, the median is $178.87. Arizona pays the most ($198.74) and Maryland the least ($158.00).

Which state pays the highest Medicaid rate for 0589U?

Arizona, at $198.74, effective 2026-10-01.

Do managed-care plans pay the same rate for 0589U?

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.