HCPCS A5081 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 | • Medical And Surgical Supplies • Ostomy Pouches and Supplies |
| Complexity Level | Low |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS A5081 by major payers:
$3.41
$2.39
$2.91
$5.52
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | A5081 | $2.95 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
United | A5081 | $1.83 | 1245248624 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF BEN HILL, DORMINY MEDICAL CENTER | 581157005 | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | A5081 | $1.87 | 1811962756 - EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL, INC., EFFINGHAM HEALTH SYSTEM | 474393589 - (GA) EFFINGHAM HOSPITAL INC | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | A5081 | $1.87 | 1790888089 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF CANDLER COUNTY, CANDLER COUNTY HOSPITAL | 586004640 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | A5081 | $4.63 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
United | A5081 | $6.65 | 1396923710 - EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL | 582030692 - EMORY UNIVERSITY | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $1.83 | 1790715381 - NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL, INC., NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL DULUTH | 582002413 | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $2.96 | 1760498588 - PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL, INC., NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER | 814475074 - (GA) PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $1.96 | 1508900101 - MICHAEL KOCH | 208418894 - (GA) PATHOLOGY LAB OF GEORGIA LLC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $1.87 | 1326079260 - HOSPITAL AUTHORITY OF LIBERTY COUNTY, LIBERTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 586025016 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | A5081 | $1.83 | 1497064679 - JENKINS COUNTY HOSPITAL LLC, OPTIM MEDICAL CENTER - JENKINS | 273100894 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | A5081 | $1.66 | 1992799050 - GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CORPORATION, GRADY HEALTH SYSTEMS | 262037695 - GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CORPORATION | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $2.64 | 1902855216 - ATLANTA VAMC | 582091280 | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | A5081 | $1.83 | 1306890942 - BROOKS COUNTY HOSPITAL | 586002830 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | A5081 | $4.63 | 1063741163 - AZTEC URGENT CARE, LLC | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | NM | Urgent Care Clinic/Center (261QU0200X) |
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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HCPCS A5081 vs. Other Ostomy Pouches and Supplies Codes
The HCPCS A5081 code is part of the Medical And Surgical Supplies services used for Ostomy Pouches and Supplies. 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 HCPCS A5081 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A5073-HCPCS | Low | Ostomy pouch, urinary; for use on barrier with flange (2-piece), each |
| A5081-HCPCS | Low | Stoma plug or seal, any type |
| A5082-HCPCS | Low | Continent device; catheter for continent stoma |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS A5081. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the A5081 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
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