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Last Verified: October 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.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Evaluation and Management Inpatient Neonatal Intensive Care Services and Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care Services |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 95 - Telemedicine - audio and video 25 - Significant, separately identifiable E/M service same day |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $15.36 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 99473 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $12.275 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 99473 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 99473 by major payers:
$16.64
$13.98
$13.03
$28.48
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CPT 99473
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Judy Dong
Memorial Urgent Care Group
$71.16Published rateIlevba Osarenkhoe
$20.46Published rateSuzanne Miller
Saint Lukes Hospital Of Chillicothe
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Alamo Neurology Consultants PA
$8.94Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 99473 vs. Other Inpatient Neonatal Intensive Care Services and Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care Services Codes
The CPT 99473 code is part of the Evaluation and Management services used for Inpatient Neonatal Intensive Care Services and Pediatric and Neonatal Critical Care 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 99473 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 99450-CPT | Low | Basic Life Disability Exam, Basic Life And Or Disability Examination That Includes: Measurement Of Height Weight And Blood Pressure Completion Of A Medical History Following A Life Insurance Pro Forma Collection Of Blood Sample And Or Urinalysis Complying With Chain Of Custody Protocols And Completion Of Necessary Documentation Certificates. |
| 99452-CPT | Low | Ntrprof Ph1 Ntrnet Ehr Rfrl, Interprofessional Telephone Internet Electronic Health Record Referral Service S Provided By A Treating Requesting Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional 30 Minutes |
| 99473-CPT | Low | Self-Measured Blood Pressure U, Self-Measured Blood Pressure Using A Device Validated For Clinical Accuracy Patient Educationtraining And Device Calibration |
| 99474-CPT | Low | Self Meas Bp 2 Readg Bid 30d, Self Measured Blood Pressure Using A Device Validated For Clinical Accuracy Separate Self Measurements Of Two Readings One Minute Apart Twice Daily Over A 30 Day Period Minimum Of 12 Readings Collection Of Data Reported By The Patient And Or Caregiver To The Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional With Report Of Average Systolic And Diastolic Pressures And Subsequent Communication Of A Treatment Plan To The Patient |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 99473. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 99473 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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