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Medicare rates as of October 2026
HCPCS G9981 is classified under Procedures / Professional Services, in the Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment subgroup.
Remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of a new patient for use only in a Medicare-approved Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced (BPCI Advanced) model episode of care, which requires these 3 key components:
A comprehensive history;
A comprehensive examination;
Medical decision making of moderate complexity, furnished in real time using interactive audio and video technology.
Counseling and coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the needs of the patient or the family or both. Usually, the presenting
problem(s) are of moderate to high severity. Typically, 45 minutes are spent with the patient or family or both via real time, audio and video intercommunications technology.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Procedures / Professional Services Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $171.68 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for G9981 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $103.12 median of the 2 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for G9981 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS G9981 by major payers:
$189.22
BCBS / Anthem
$163.95
UnitedHealthcare
$121.97
Aetna
$171.78
Cigna
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HCPCS G9981
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS G9981 vs. Other Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment Codes
The table lists codes related to G9981. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| G9980-HCPCS | Low | Remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of a new patient for use only in a Medicare-approved Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced (BPCI Advanced) model episode of care, which requires these 3 key components: A detailed history; A detailed examination; Medical decision making of low complexity, furnished in real time using interactive audio and video technology. Counseling and coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the needs of the patient or the family or both. Usually, the presenting problem(s) are of moderate severity. Typically, 30 minutes are spent with the patient or family or both via real time, audio and video intercommunications technology. |
| G9981-HCPCS | Low | Remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of a new patient for use only in a Medicare-approved Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced (BPCI Advanced) model episode of care, which requires these 3 key components: A comprehensive history; A comprehensive examination; Medical decision making of moderate complexity, furnished in real time using interactive audio and video technology. Counseling and coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the needs of the patient or the family or both. Usually, the presenting problem(s) are of moderate to high severity. Typically, 45 minutes are spent with the patient or family or both via real time, audio and video intercommunications technology. |
| G9982-HCPCS | Moderate | Remote in-home visit for the evaluation and management of a new patient for use only in a Medicare-approved Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Advanced (BPCI Advanced) model episode of care, which requires these 3 key components: A comprehensive history; A comprehensive examination; Medical decision making of high complexity, furnished in real time using interactive audio and video technology. Counseling and coordination of care with other physicians, other qualified health care professionals or agencies are provided consistent with the nature of the problem(s) and the needs of the patient or the family or both. Usually, the presenting problem(s) are of moderate to high severity. Typically, 60 minutes are spent with the patient or family or both via real time, audio and video intercommunications technology. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS G9981. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the G9981 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
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Provider Type
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