HCPCS G0281 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 | • Procedures / Professional Services • Miscellaneous Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services |
| Complexity Level | Low |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS G0281 by major payers:
$25.42
$16.81
$12.93
$12.59
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | G0281 | $9.31 | 1992720791 - OMEGA HOSPITAL LLC | 470901008 - (LA) OMEGA HOSPITAL, LLC | LA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $13.35 | 1225014657 - CAROLINA RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES LLC | 571049603 - (SC) CAROLINA RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC | SC | Diagnostic Radiology Physician (2085R0202X) |
United | G0281 | $18.31 | 1306890942 - BROOKS COUNTY HOSPITAL | 586002830 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | G0281 | $19.90 | 1659376630 - UPSON COUNTY HOSPITAL INC, UPSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 581734026 - (GA) UPSON COUNTY HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $14.43 | 1760498588 - PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL, INC., NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER | 582155150 - (GA) PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $17.11 | 1790715381 - NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL, INC., NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL DULUTH | 582002413 | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $14.06 | 1427055821 - NORTHEAST GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTER, INC. | 581177261 - (GA) GAINESVILLE RADIOLOGY GROUP | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $15.07 | 1962435792 - HOUSTON HOSPITALS INC, HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER | 711045290 - (GA) HOUSTON HOSPITALS INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $20.09 | 1992789721 - PHOEBE PUTNEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC, PHOEBE PUTNEY MEMORIAL HOSPTIAL | 263792403 - PHOEBE PHYSICIAN GROUP INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $13.22 | 1720189517 - TAYLOR REGIONAL HOSPITAL | 580655369 - (GA) TAYLOR REGIONAL HOSPITAL | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | G0281 | $11.31 | 1619087590 - MIGUEL ARENAS | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Gastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X) |
United | G0281 | $13.35 | 1396769964 - JULIE WEBSTER | 571049603 - (SC) CAROLINA RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC | SC | Body Imaging Physician (2085B0100X) |
United | G0281 | $13.35 | 1396769964 - JULIE WEBSTER | 571049603 - (SC) CAROLINA RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES, LLC | SC | Body Imaging Physician (2085B0100X) |
United | G0281 | $32.90 | 1255891958 - PIEDMONT NEWTON EKG BILLING LLC | 814475074 - (GA) PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | G0281 | $15.07 | 1316938459 - NAVICENT HEALTH OCONEE, LLC, NAVICENT HEALTH BALDWIN | 582359398 - NAVICENT HEALTH OCONEE LLC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
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 G0281 vs. Other Miscellaneous Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services Codes
The HCPCS G0281 code is part of the Procedures / Professional Services services used for Miscellaneous Diagnostic and Therapeutic 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 HCPCS G0281 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 |
|---|---|---|
| G0279-HCPCS | Low | Diagnostic digital breast tomosynthesis, unilateral or bilateral (list separately in addition to 77065 or 77066) |
| G0281-HCPCS | Low | Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more areas, for chronic Stage III and Stage IV pressure ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and venous statsis ulcers not demonstrating measurable signs of healing after 30 days of conventional care, as part of a therapy plan of care |
| G0282-HCPCS | Low | Electrical stimulation, (unattended), to one or more areas, for wound care other than described in G0281 |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS G0281. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the G0281 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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