Macroscopic Examination Arthropod Cost Comparison

87168 (CPT)

Cash prices (without insurance) for Macroscopic Examination Arthropod (CPT 87168) range from $27 to $27 across 1 hospitals in 1 state. The national average cash price is $27.

A macroscopic examination arthropod is a test where a doctor or lab technician visually inspects an insect or other arthropod (such as a tick, mite, or louse) that may be causing an infection or health concern, without using a microscope. A patient might need this test if a healthcare provider suspects a parasitic infestation or wants to identify an arthropod that has bitten or affected them. The procedure typically involves the healthcare provider examining the specimen with the naked eye or basic magnification to identify what type of arthropod it is and assess any relevant characteristics.