CPT 99491 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Evaluation and Management • Care Management Services |
| Common Place of Service | • 11 - Office • None • 99 - Other POS |
| Common Modifiers | • None • 25 - Significant, separately identifiable E/M service same day • 95 - Telemedicine - audio and video |
| Complexity Level | Low |
National average reimbursement for CPT 99491 by major payers:
$106.07
$104.03
$93.80
$139.82
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | 99491 | $62.97 | 1477107522 - INSPIRE HEALTH PLLC, LEGACY HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PLLC | 842188069 - (TX) INSPIRE HEALTH PLLC | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $104.33 | 1598963175 - VALENTINE EBUH | 752896138 - MEDHEALTH | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $160.99 | 1912178567 - CYNTHIA KULIK | 752613493 - TEXAS HEALTH PHYSICIANS GROUP | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $86.76 | 1972794154 - MELISSA AMADOR | 922465140 | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $71.48 | 1417140641 - SHAMIMA SATTAR | 208164988 - (TX) UNIVERSAL PHYSICIANS PA | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $125.20 | 1013925288 - VIDYA NANDIPATI | 510601649 - (TX) VIDYA NANDIPATI MD PA | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $94.18 | 1053398404 - MICHAEL SCHRADER | 454972466 | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $67.26 | 1922016997 - QUAN LE | 260436172 | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $71.48 | 1922468933 - TEXAS PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC | 811397984 - (TX) TEXAS PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $134.83 | 1629005418 - RICHARD ARROYO-DIAZ | 746003411 | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $109.51 | 1528210663 - CARDIOVASCULAR CONSULTANTS OF NORTH TEXAS, LLP | 752931941 - (TX) CARDIOVASCULAR CONSULTANTS | TX | Cardiovascular Disease Physician (207RC0000X) |
United | 99491 | $104.33 | 1396844064 - JOHN DUNCAN | 752254247 | TX | Cardiovascular Disease Physician (207RC0000X) |
United | 99491 | $94.45 | 1578523999 - PIERRE LAUGHTON | 900743550 - (MO) ST ANTHONYS PHYSICIAN ORGANIZATION HOSPITALIST SERVICES LC | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $77.72 | 1689106791 - JUN YI LAI | 760528576 - (TX) TIMBERLAND MEDICAL GROUP | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99491 | $108.83 | 1750498820 - MONICA LEE | 741586031 | TX | Internal Medicine Physician (207R00000X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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CPT 99491 vs. Other Care Management Services Codes
The CPT 99491 code is part of the Evaluation and Management services used for Care 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 99491 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 99455-CPT | Low | Work Related Or Medical Disability Examination By The Treating Physician That Includes; Completion Of A Medical History Commensurate With The Patients Condition; Performance Of An Examination Commensurate With The Patients Condition; Formulation Of A Diagnosis Assessment Of Capabilities And Stability And Calculation Of Impairment; Development Of Future Medical Treatment Plan; And Completion Of Necessary Documentation/Certificates And |
| 99484-CPT | Low | 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 Withthe 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 (Desc Rvsd 1/1/22) |
| 99487-CPT | Low | 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 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. |
| 99491-CPT | Low | Chronic Care Management Services With The Following Required Elements: Multiple (Two Or More) Chronic Conditions Expected To Last At Least 12 Months Oruntil The Death Of The Patient Chronic Conditions That Place The Patient At Significant Risk Of Death Cute Exacerbation/De- Compensation Or Functional Decline Comprehensivecare Plan Established Implemented Revised Or Monitored; First 30 Minutes Provided Personally By A Physician Or Other (Desc Rvsd 1/1/22) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 99491. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 99491 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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