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HCPCS H0003 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: September 2025

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.

Alcohol and/or drug screening; laboratory analysis of specimens for presence of alcohol and/or drugs
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment

Drug, Alcohol, and Behavioral Health Services

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

58 - Non-residential Opioid Treatment Facility

57 - Non-residential Substance Abuse Treatment Facility

Common Modifiers
Complexity LevelModerate

National average reimbursement for HCPCS H0003 by major payers:

bcbs

$49.47

uhc

$48.57

aetna

$1.43

cigna

$169.83

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HCPCS H0003 vs. Other Drug, Alcohol, and Behavioral Health Services Codes

The HCPCS H0003 code is part of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services used for Drug, Alcohol, and Behavioral Health 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 H0003 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
H0002LowBehavioral health screening to determine eligibility for admission to treatment program
H0003LowAlcohol and/or drug screening; laboratory analysis of specimens for presence of alcohol and/or drugs
H0004LowBehavioral health counseling and therapy, per 15 minutes

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS H0003. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the H0003 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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