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HCPCS G0516 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: January 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.

Insertion of non-biodegradable drug delivery implants, 4 or more (services for subdermal rod implant)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Procedures / Professional Services

Other Services

Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for HCPCS G0516 by major payers:

bcbs

$245.30

uhc

$322.16

aetna

$222.14

cigna

$213.74

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For billing codeHCPCS G0516
PayerCodeRateNPITax IDStateSpecialty

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United
G0516$100.001255911970 - PINNACLE SURGERY CENTER842367400 - (LA) PINNACLE SURGERY CENTERLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$78.001659363844 - LASER & SURGERY CENTER OF ACADIANA721288671 - (LA) LASER SURGERY CENTER OF ACADIANALAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$100.001922178169 - IMPERIAL HEALTH, LLP721005645 - (LA) IMPERIAL HEALTH, LLPLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$566.001053453134 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CONCEPTS LLC331035210 - (LA) ADVANCED SURGICAL CONCEPTS LLCLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$531.001053453134 - ADVANCED SURGICAL CONCEPTS LLC331035210 - (LA) ADVANCED SURGICAL CONCEPTS LLCLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$113.001649921065 - JOINT REPLACEMENT CENTER OF LOUISIANA874022126 - (LA) JOINT REPLACEMENT CENTER OF LOUSLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$809.951326485749 - SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CORPORATION, LEONARD J. CHABERT MEDICAL CENTER462743282LAGeneral Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X)
United
G0516$203.001437482817 - ST MARTIN HOSPITAL, INC., ST MARTIN HOSPITAL264626264 - (LA) ST MARTIN HOSPITAL INCLACritical Access Hospital (282NC0060X)
United
G0516$100.001821250176 - NORTHSHORE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLC800352092 - (LA) NORTHSHORE AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER LLCLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$531.001104181247 - ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER OF NORTHERN LOUISIANA LLC455502071 - (LA) ADVANCED SURGERY CENTER OF NORTHERN LOUISIANA, LLCLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$96.001598804486 - SHREVEPORT SURGERY CENTER PTRSHP721126552 - (LA) SHREVEPORT SURGERY CENTER OF CADDO PARISH, INC.LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$76.001831167329 - THIBODAUX ENDOSCOPY LLC810548522 - (LA) THIBODAUX ENDOSCOPY, L.L.C.LAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$80.001972770022 - OUTPATIENT EYE SURGERY CENTER721098835 - (LA) OUTPATIENT EYE SURGERY CENTERLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$80.001801949631 - THIBODAUX SURGERY CENTER, LLC, BAYOU REGION SURGICAL CENTER320165642 - (LA) THIBODAUX SURGERY CENTER, LLC DBA BAYOU REGION SURGICAL CENTERLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
G0516$522.001144283292 - LAFAYETTE SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP943419282 - (LA) LAFAYETTE SURGERY CENTER LIMITED PARTNERSHIPLAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/Center (261QA1903X)
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
United
99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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HCPCS G0516 vs. Other Other Services Codes

The HCPCS G0516 code is part of the Procedures / Professional Services services used for Other 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 G0516 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
G0514-HCPCSLowProlonged preventive service(s) (beyond the typical service time of the primary procedure), in the office or other outpatient setting requiring direct patient contact beyond the usual service; each additional 30 minutes (list separately in addition to code G0513 for additional 30 minutes of preventive service)
G0516-HCPCSModerateInsertion of non-biodegradable drug delivery implants, 4 or more (services for subdermal rod implant)
G0517-HCPCSModerateRemoval of non-biodegradable drug delivery implants, 4 or more (services for subdermal implants)

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS G0516. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the G0516 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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