What is Rubidium Rb-82 (HCPCS A9555)?

Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries. This clinical code is utilized across practices and hospitals for diagnostic and therapeutic service documentation.

What do doctors typically charge for Rubidium Rb-82?

The nationwide median physician charge for Rubidium Rb-82 (HCPCS A9555) is $849.00. Doctor billed charges vary based on geographic region, setting, and overhead.

What is the standard insurance baseline for HCPCS A9555?

The standard insurance baseline reimbursement rate is $511.91. This represents the customary allowable amount established across standard fee schedules.

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Rubidium Rb-82

Rubidium rb-82, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 60 millicuries. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 1,266 practicing doctors nationwide.

$849.00

Peer Median Charge

Gross billed rate

$511.91

Standard Baseline

Customary allowable

1.7x

National Markup

Charge vs baseline

1,266

Active Physicians

Billing this code

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Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $849.00. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $511.91 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:

"Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
"What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code A9555 if paid upfront?"
"Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"