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Myelin Basic Protein Test on Spinal Fluid

Vermont rates for HCPCS 83873

This laboratory test measures myelin basic protein, a component of the protective coating around nerve fibers, in a sample of cerebrospinal fluid taken from around the brain and spinal cord. Elevated levels can indicate ongoing damage to that protective coating, which happens in conditions such as multiple sclerosis or other disorders that injure the nervous system. It is used alongside other tests and clinical findings rather than as a stand-alone diagnosis.

Facilitymedian $135 · 10th–90th $6$3090%20%10th90th$135Professionalmedian $30 · 10th–90th $14$340%50%10th90th$30$10.0$20.0$50.0$100.0$200.0

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

Insurance Carrier
Aetna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$30.20
Median
$30.20
Typical High
$30.20
BCBS
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$134.90
Median
$134.90
Typical High
$309.03
Cigna
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$28.84
Median
$28.84
Typical High
$28.84
Cigna
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$12.30
Median
$24.55
Typical High
$29.51
MVP Health Care
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$17.38
Median
$17.38
Typical High
$17.38
United
Setting
Facility
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$6.03
Median
$6.03
Typical High
$6.03
United
Setting
Professional
Modifier
Global
Typical Low
$7.76
Median
$20.42
Typical High
$46.77