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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Speech generating device, digitized speech, using pre-recorded messages, greater than 8 minutes but less than or equal to 20 minutes recording time
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Durable Medical Equipment Speech Generating Devices, Software, and Accessories |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for E2502 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS E2502 by major payers:
$1,098.90
$881.42
$1,054.96
$2,001.48
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HCPCS E2502
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Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation, Grady Health Systems
Emory University
$2,397.68Published rateBacon County Health Services, Inc, Bacon County Rural Health Clinic
Bacon County Health Services Inc
$833.51Published rateProfessional Resources Management Of Rabun, LLC, Mountain Lakes Medical Center
$777.27Published rateJenkins County Hospital LLC, Optim Medical Center - Jenkins
Hospital Authority Of Jenkins County Dba Jenkins County Medical Center
$582.96Published rateWildwood Sanitarium Incorporated, Wildwood Medical Clinic
Wildwood Sanitarium Incorporated
$55.56Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS E2502 vs. Other Speech Generating Devices, Software, and Accessories Codes
The HCPCS E2502 code is part of the Durable Medical Equipment services used for Speech Generating Devices, Software, and Accessories. 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 E2502 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 |
|---|---|---|
| E2500-HCPCS | Moderate | Speech generating device, digitized speech, using pre-recorded messages, less than or equal to 8 minutes recording time |
| E2502-HCPCS | High | Speech generating device, digitized speech, using pre-recorded messages, greater than 8 minutes but less than or equal to 20 minutes recording time |
| E2504-HCPCS | High | Speech generating device, digitized speech, using pre-recorded messages, greater than 20 minutes but less than or equal to 40 minutes recording time |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS E2502. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the E2502 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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