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Genetic Test For Hereditary Iron Overload (HFE Gene)

Mississippi rates for HCPCS 81256

A blood sample is tested for the most common genetic changes linked to hereditary hemochromatosis, a condition in which the body absorbs and stores too much iron over time. Identifying these gene changes can help confirm a diagnosis in someone with signs of iron overload or a family history of the condition.

Rates data updated July 2026.

Facilitymedian $81 · 10th–90th $59$1510%10%10th90th$81Professionalmedian $76 · 10th–90th $49$1320%10%20%10th90th$76$50.0$100.0$200.0$500.0

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Facility and professional rates are different services and are charted separately. Need provider-level prices? Contact us.

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$51.29
Median
$107.15
Typical High
$158.49
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$50.12
Median
$75.86
Typical High
$131.83
Ambetter
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$95.50
Median
$95.50
Typical High
$95.50
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$81.28
Median
$81.28
Typical High
$81.28
BCBS
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$75.86
Median
$75.86
Typical High
$75.86
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$42.66
Median
$50.12
Typical High
$131.83
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$29.51
Median
$58.88
Typical High
$131.83
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$58.88
Median
$66.07
Typical High
$89.13
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$28.18
Median
$44.67
Typical High
$134.90