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Last Verified: September 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.
Interprofessional telephone/internet/electronic health record assessment and management service provided by a practitioner in a specialty whose covered services are limited by statute to services for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, including a verbal and written report to the patient's treating/requesting practitioner; 31 or more minutes of medical consultative discussion and review
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Procedures / Professional Services Other Services |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for G0549 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS G0549 by major payers:
$103.70
$69.75
$64.80
$71.84
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HCPCS G0549
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$183.25Published rateBrooks County Hospital
$135.57Published rateThe Hospital Authority Of Miller County, Miller County Hospital - Pro Fees
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$101.70Published rateVictoria Lewis-Holland
$93.91Published rateHospital Authority Of Washington County, Washington County Regional Medical Center
Hospital Authority Of Washington County
$77.98Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS G0549 vs. Other Other Services Codes
The HCPCS G0549 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 G0549 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 |
|---|---|---|
| G0549-HCPCS | Low | Interprofessional telephone/internet/electronic health record assessment and management service provided by a practitioner in a specialty whose covered services are limited by statute to services for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, including a verbal and written report to the patient's treating/requesting practitioner; 31 or more minutes of medical consultative discussion and review |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS G0549. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the G0549 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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