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Billing code 0298U · Lab & pathology

0298U Medicaid reimbursement rate by state (2026)

Clinical lab tests. Medicaid pays a median of $2,919.60 for 0298U across 9 states, from $1,576.58 in Florida to $2,919.60 in Montana.

Data as of Oct 5, 20269 statesEvery rate links to its official source

States publishing
9
National median
$2,919.60units vary by state
Lowest
$1,576.58Florida
Highest
$2,919.60Montana
Answer

What does Medicaid pay for 0298U?

9 state Medicaid programs publish a fee-for-service rate for 0298U. The national median is $2,919.60 (units differ between states). Montana pays the most, $2,919.60, and Florida the least, $1,576.58, a 1.9x spread.

State ranking

0298U rate by state: highest, middle and lowest

One like-for-like fee-for-service rate per state, ranked. The workspace lists all 9 states with every variant, modifier and effective date.

#StateMedicaid rateUnitPer hourManaged-care plans% of Medicare
1Montana Source · since 2023-01-01$2,919.60——Not classified—
2Arizona Source · since 2026-10-01$2,919.60——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
3Minnesota Source · since 2023-01-01$2,919.60——Plans negotiate; applies out of network—
5New Mexico Source · since 2024-11-01$2,919.60——Plans must pay at least this—
8Mississippi Source · since 2026-07-01$2,627.64——Plans must pay at least this—
9Florida Source · since 2026-01-01$1,576.58——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 0298U?

It depends on the state. Of the 9 states with a published fee-for-service rate, the median is $2,919.60. Montana pays the most ($2,919.60) and Florida the least ($1,576.58).

Which state pays the highest Medicaid rate for 0298U?

Montana, at $2,919.60, effective 2023-01-01.

Do managed-care plans pay the same rate for 0298U?

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.