HCPCS L8500 Fee Schedule
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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | • Prosthetic Procedures • Voice Prosthetics and Accessories |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS L8500 by major payers:
$692.19
$477.07
$513.52
$917.73
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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United | L8500 | $395.17 | 1659376630 - UPSON COUNTY HOSPITAL INC, UPSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | 581734026 - (GA) UPSON COUNTY HOSPITAL INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8500 | $358.80 | 1306890942 - BROOKS COUNTY HOSPITAL | 586002830 | GA | Critical Access Hospital (282NC0060X) |
United | L8500 | $358.80 | 1962435792 - HOUSTON HOSPITALS INC, HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER | 711045290 - (GA) HOUSTON HOSPITALS INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8500 | $1337.31 | 1992799050 - GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CORPORATION, GRADY HEALTH SYSTEMS | 581537752 - EMORY UNIVERSITY | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8500 | $395.17 | 1619087590 - MIGUEL ARENAS | 300394179 - (AZ) MIGUEL A ARENAS MD PC | AZ | Gastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X) |
United | L8500 | $604.73 | 1104286418 - PHOENIX VAMC | 860101019 | AZ | Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (323P00000X) |
United | L8500 | $535.75 | 1033435664 - SMITH OF GEORGIA, SMITH NORTHVIEW HOSPITALISTS | 271652335 - (GA) SMITH OF GEORGIA | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8500 | $365.36 | 1427189927 - DEVON DANEY | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Family Medicine Physician (207Q00000X) |
United | L8500 | $395.17 | 1306136551 - UJUKA ILOABUCHI | 582422542 - ATLANTA WOMENS HEALTH GROUP, P.C. | GA | Women's Hospital (282NW0100X) |
United | L8500 | $344.02 | 1720095805 - DONALSONVILLE HOSPITAL INC | 580973772 - (GA) DONALSONVILLE HOSPITAL INC | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | L8500 | $912.42 | 1255401519 - THE MEDICAL CENTER INC, PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL MIDTOWN | 581685139 - (GA) THE MEDICAL CENTER INC | GA | General Acute Care Hospital (282N00000X) |
United | L8500 | $395.17 | 1740272095 - DODGE COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY, DODGE COUNTY HOSPITAL | 580625140 - (GA) DODGE COUNTY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY | GA | Rural Acute Care Hospital (282NR1301X) |
United | L8500 | $1056.15 | 1619061769 - ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL | 42104338 - (MA) ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL | MA | Psychiatric Hospital Unit (273R00000X) |
United | L8500 | $395.89 | 1881630614 - QUEST DIAGNOSTICS LLC IL | 364257926 | IL | Clinical Medical Laboratory (291U00000X) |
United | L8500 | $365.36 | 1174512115 - MICHAEL GUILLETTE | 271495988 - (NM) AZTEC URGENT CARE LLC | CO | Physician Assistant (363A00000X) |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
United | 99202 | $100.00 | 1234567890 | 1234567890 | CA | Cardiologist |
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HCPCS L8500 vs. Other Voice Prosthetics and Accessories Codes
The HCPCS L8500 code is part of the Prosthetic Procedures services used for Voice Prosthetics and Accessories. 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 L8500 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 |
|---|---|---|
| L8499-HCPCS | High | Unlisted procedure for miscellaneous prosthetic services |
| L8500-HCPCS | Moderate | Artificial larynx, any type |
| L8501-HCPCS | Low | Tracheostomy speaking valve |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS L8500. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the L8500 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
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
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