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Medicare rates as of October 2026
HCPCS G2251 is classified under Procedures / Professional Services, in the Brief Communication Technology-Based Services subgroup.
Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a qualified health care professional who cannot report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment; 5-10 minutes of clinical discussion
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Procedures / Professional Services Brief Communication Technology-Based Services |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $14.03 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for G2251 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $11.67 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for G2251 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS G2251 by major payers:
$18.19
BCBS / Anthem
$18.59
UnitedHealthcare
$14.30
Aetna
$14.95
Cigna
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HCPCS G2251
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Merrimack Valley Pediatric Associates, Inc.
$36.37Published rateMichael Shuler
Athens Orthopedic Clinic, PA
$23.56Published rateIrwin County Hospital
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Texas Radiology Associates, LLP
$16.62Published rateProgressive Acute Care Avoyelles, LLC, Avoyelles Hospital
$10.11Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS G2251 vs. Other Brief Communication Technology-Based Services Codes
The table lists codes related to G2251. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| G2250-HCPCS | Low | Remote assessment of recorded video and/or images submitted by an established patient (e.g., store and forward), including interpretation with follow-up with the patient within 24 business hours, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment |
| G2251-HCPCS | Low | Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a qualified health care professional who cannot report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment; 5-10 minutes of clinical discussion |
| G2252-HCPCS | Low | Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a physician or other qualified health care professional who can report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related e/m service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to an e/m service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment; 11-20 minutes of medical discussion |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS G2251. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the G2251 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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