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HCPCS Q0081 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 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.

Infusion therapy, using other than chemotherapeutic drugs, per visit
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Temporary Codes

Miscellaneous Drugs and Tests

Complexity LevelLow
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for Q0081

National average reimbursement for HCPCS Q0081 by major payers:

bcbs

$52.97

uhc

$33.63

aetna

$20.03

cigna

$28.00

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HCPCS Q0081
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  1. Fumiko Chino

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center At Basking Ridge New Jersey / Msk Bergen / Woodhull Medical And Mental Health Center

    TXRadiation Oncology PhysicianNPI 1811315443Tax ID 61-1791803

    $124.41Published rate
  2. Ami Patel-Yadav

    Us Oncology Corporate, Inc.

    TXRadiation Oncology PhysicianNPI 1164867461Tax ID 75-2131429

    $59.27Published rate
  3. Fred Hardwicke

    Booker Hospital District / Childress County Hospital District / Childress Regional Medical Center

    TXMedical Oncology PhysicianNPI 1194713248Tax ID 75-1228349

    $45.86Published rate
  4. Adan Rios

    Oncol Therapeutics PA

    TXHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1942378799Tax ID 76-0594399

    $31.07Published rate
  5. Mary Cavalier

    TXPediatric Hematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1134237001Tax ID 46-5719490

    $22.07Published rate

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HCPCS Q0081 vs. Other Miscellaneous Drugs and Tests Codes

The HCPCS Q0081 code is part of the Temporary Codes services used for Miscellaneous Drugs and Tests. 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 Q0081 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
Q0035-HCPCSLowCardiokymography
Q0081-HCPCSLowInfusion therapy, using other than chemotherapeutic drugs, per visit
Q0083-HCPCSLowChemotherapy administration by other than infusion technique only e.g., subcutaneous, intramuscular, push), per visit

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS Q0081. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the Q0081 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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