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CPT 98002 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Medical Management/Audio-Video, Synchronous Audio Video Visit For The Evaluation And Management Of A New Patient Which Requires A Medically Appropriate History And/Or Examination And Moderate Medical Decision Making. When Using Total Time On The Date Of The Encounter For Code Selection 45 Minutes Must Be Met Or Exceeded.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Evaluation and Management

Telemedicine Evaluation and Management Services

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 98002
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 98002

National average reimbursement for CPT 98002 by major payers:

bcbs

$172.88

uhc

$178.02

aetna

$140.33

cigna

$395.38

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CPT 98002
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Bevan Londergan

    The Nemours Foundation

    TNPediatric Anesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1730382276Tax ID 59-0634433

    $517.04Published rate
  2. Joseph Bondranko

    University Anesthesiologists PLLC

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1528036605Tax ID 62-1123296

    $188.55Published rate
  3. Patrick Forrest

    Anesthesia Medical Group PC

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1063417673Tax ID 62-0931432

    $176.63Published rate
  4. Robin Taylor

    Anesthesia Medical Group PC

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1518988369Tax ID 62-0931432

    $162.50Published rate
  5. Lynn H Jones Mid South Anesthesia

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1487686895Tax ID 27-1464273

    $99.62Published rate

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CPT 98002 vs. Other Telemedicine Evaluation and Management Services Codes

The CPT 98002 code is part of the Evaluation and Management services used for Telemedicine Evaluation and Management Services. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 98002 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
98002-CPTLowMedical Management/Audio-Video, Synchronous Audio Video Visit For The Evaluation And Management Of A New Patient Which Requires A Medically Appropriate History And/Or Examination And Moderate Medical Decision Making. When Using Total Time On The Date Of The Encounter For Code Selection 45 Minutes Must Be Met Or Exceeded.

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 98002. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 98002 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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