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HCPCS G9981 Fee Schedule

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.

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 FactDetail
Service Type

Procedures / Professional Services

Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment

Complexity LevelLow
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National average reimbursement for HCPCS G9981 by major payers:

bcbs

$189.22

uhc

$163.95

aetna

$121.97

cigna

$171.78

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HCPCS G9981
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Emory Crawford Long Hospital

    Emory University

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1225281603Tax ID 58-1537752

    $349.64Published rate
  2. Jacob Holloway

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1831538743Tax ID 27-3818647

    $285.50Published rate
  3. Ann Steck

    OHFamily Medicine PhysicianNPI 1033320049Tax ID 10-877201

    $208.69Published rate
  4. Julie Webster

    Carolina Radiology Associates, LLC

    SCBody Imaging PhysicianNPI 1396769964Tax ID 57-1049603

    $168.41Published rate
  5. Carolina Radiology Associates LLC

    Carolina Radiology Associates, LLC

    SCDiagnostic Radiology PhysicianNPI 1225014657Tax ID 57-1049603

    $106.94Published rate

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HCPCS G9981 vs. Other Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment Codes

The HCPCS G9981 code is part of the Procedures / Professional Services services used for Remote In-House Evaluation And Management Assessment. 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 G9981 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
G9980-HCPCSLowRemote 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-HCPCSLowRemote 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-HCPCSModerateRemote 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


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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