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CPT 98011 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.

Synch Audio Only New High 60, Synchronous Audio Only Visit For The Evaluation And Management Of A New Patient Which Requires A Medically Appropriate History And/Or Examination High Medical Decision Making And More Than 10 Minutes Of Medical Discussion. When Using Total Time On The Date Of The Encounter For Code Selection 60 Minutes Must Be Met Or Exceeded.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Medicine Services and Procedures

Acupuncture Procedures

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 98011
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 98011

National average reimbursement for CPT 98011 by major payers:

bcbs

$216.71

uhc

$215.42

aetna

$144.59

cigna

$455.26

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CPT 98011
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Michael Bernell

    U.S. Anesthesia Partners Of Texas, P.A.

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1801116850Tax ID 76-0482007

    $440.33Published rate
  2. Ronald Hedderich

    Kings Daughters Medical Specialties Inc

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1891725529Tax ID 26-4183569

    $275.98Published rate
  3. Michael Joseph

    Heartland Regional Medical Center

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1437397247Tax ID 44-0545289

    $212.16Published rate
  4. Sameh Ward

    Specialists In Pain Management, P.C.

    TNInterventional Pain Medicine PhysicianNPI 1215987938Tax ID 62-1586223

    $189.22Published rate
  5. Raymond Cooper

    Offor Med Inc

    TNAnesthesiology PhysicianNPI 1376502120Tax ID 87-1280999

    $129.06Published rate

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CPT 98011 vs. Other Acupuncture Procedures Codes

The CPT 98011 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Acupuncture Procedures. 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 98011 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
98011-CPTModerateSynch Audio Only New High 60, Synchronous Audio Only Visit For The Evaluation And Management Of A New Patient Which Requires A Medically Appropriate History And/Or Examination High Medical Decision Making And More Than 10 Minutes Of Medical Discussion. When Using Total Time On The Date Of The Encounter For Code Selection 60 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 98011. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 98011 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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