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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.
Assmt Care Pln Pt Cog Imp, Assessment Of And Care Planning For A Patient With Cognitive Impairment Requiring An Independent Historian In The Office Or Other Outpatient Home Or Domiciliary Or Rest Home With All Of The Following Required Elements Cognition Focused Evaluation Including A Pertinent History And Examination Medical Decision Making Of Moderate Or High Complexity Functional Assessment Eg Basic And Instrumental Activities Of Daily Living Including Decision Making Capacity Use Of Standardized Instruments For Staging Of Dementia Eg Functional Assessment Staging Test Fast Clinical Dementia Rating Cdr Medication Reconciliation And Review For High Risk Medications Evaluation For Neuropsychiatric And Behavioral Symptoms Including Depression Including Use Of Standardized Screening Instrument S Evaluation Of Safety Eg Home Including Motor Vehicle Operation Identification Of Caregiver S Caregiver Knowledge Caregiver Needs Social Supports And The Willingness Of Caregiver To Take On Caregiving Tasks Development Updating Or Revision Or Review Of An Advance Care Plan Creation Of A Written Care Plan Including Initial Plans To Address Any Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Neuro Cognitive Symptoms Functional Limitations And Referral To Community Resources As Needed Eg Rehabilitation Services Adult Day Programs Support Groups Shared With The Patient And Or Caregiver With Initial Education And Support Typically 60 Minutes Of Total Time Is Spent On The Date Of The Encounter
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Evaluation and Management Cognitive Assessment and Care Plan Services |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | 25 - Significant, separately identifiable E/M service same day 95 - Telemedicine - audio and video |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $292.93 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 99483 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $229.865 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 99483 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 99483 by major payers:
$288.87
$314.28
$299.61
$407.23
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CPT 99483
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Asif Kabani
Texas Health Physicians Group
$857.34Published rateMichael Cavazos
$466.58Published rateDuc Phan
Ally Healthcare Advocates, LLC Dba Sunrise Comprehensive Healthcare
$318.83Published rateRoussel Clement
Roussel Clement Md PA 401k Profit Sharing Plan
$238.72Published rateRehan Yazdani
Emerald Health Professionals PLLC
$157.05Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 99483 vs. Other Cognitive Assessment and Care Plan Services Codes
The CPT 99483 code is part of the Evaluation and Management services used for Cognitive Assessment and Care Plan 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 99483 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 99483-CPT | Moderate | Assmt Care Pln Pt Cog Imp, Assessment Of And Care Planning For A Patient With Cognitive Impairment Requiring An Independent Historian In The Office Or Other Outpatient Home Or Domiciliary Or Rest Home With All Of The Following Required Elements Cognition Focused Evaluation Including A Pertinent History And Examination Medical Decision Making Of Moderate Or High Complexity Functional Assessment Eg Basic And Instrumental Activities Of Daily Living Including Decision Making Capacity Use Of Standardized Instruments For Staging Of Dementia Eg Functional Assessment Staging Test Fast Clinical Dementia Rating Cdr Medication Reconciliation And Review For High Risk Medications Evaluation For Neuropsychiatric And Behavioral Symptoms Including Depression Including Use Of Standardized Screening Instrument S Evaluation Of Safety Eg Home Including Motor Vehicle Operation Identification Of Caregiver S Caregiver Knowledge Caregiver Needs Social Supports And The Willingness Of Caregiver To Take On Caregiving Tasks Development Updating Or Revision Or Review Of An Advance Care Plan Creation Of A Written Care Plan Including Initial Plans To Address Any Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Neuro Cognitive Symptoms Functional Limitations And Referral To Community Resources As Needed Eg Rehabilitation Services Adult Day Programs Support Groups Shared With The Patient And Or Caregiver With Initial Education And Support Typically 60 Minutes Of Total Time Is Spent On The Date Of The Encounter |
| 99484-CPT | Low | Care Mgmt Svc Bhvl Hlth Cond, Care Management Services For Behavioral Health Conditions At Least 20 Minutes Of Clinical Staff Time Directed By A Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Per Calendar Month With The Following Required Elements Initial Assessment Or Follow Up Monitoring Including The Use Of Applicable Validated Rating Scales Behavioral Health Care Planning In Relation To Behavioral Psychiatric Health Problems Including Revision For Patients Who Are Not Progressing Or Whose Status Changes Facilitating And Coordinating Treatment Such As Psychotherapy Pharmacotherapy Counseling And Or Psychiatric Consultation And Continuity Of Care With A Designated Member Of The Care Team |
| 99487-CPT | Low | Cplx Chrnc Care 1st 60 Min, Complex Chronic Care Management Services With The Following Required Elements Multiple Two Or More Chronic Conditions Expected To Last At Least 12 Months Or Until The Death Of The Patient Chronic Conditions That Place The Patient At Significant Risk Of Death Acute Exacerbation Decompensation Or Functional Decline Comprehensive Care Plan Established Implemented Revised Or Monitored Moderate Or High Complexity Medical Decision Making First 60 Minutes Of Clinical Staff Time Directed By A Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Per Calendar Month |
| 99490-CPT | Low | Chrnc Care Mgmt Staff 1st 20, Chronic Care Management Services With The Following Required Elements Multiple Two Or More Chronic Conditions Expected To Last At Least 12 Months Or Until The Death Of The Patient Chronic Conditions That Place The Patient At Significant Risk Of Death Acute Exacerbation Decompensation Or Functional Decline Comprehensive Care Plan Established Implemented Revised Or Monitored First 20 Minutes Of Clinical Staff Time Directed By A Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Per Calendar Month |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 99483. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 99483 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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