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HCPCS Q2053 (Tecartus) Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

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Key FactDetail
Service Type

Temporary Codes

Other Drugs and Service Fees

Complexity LevelHigh
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Medicare Payment Limit
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National average reimbursement for HCPCS Q2053 by major payers:

bcbs

$311,118.74

uhc

$499,894.07

aetna

$475,367.91

cigna

$525,583.02

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HCPCS Q2053
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  1. Northside Hospital, Inc., Northside Hospital Gwinnett

    Northside Hospital Inc

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1952340994Tax ID 58-1954432

    $1,235,960.00Published rate
  2. Jessica Davis

    Jackson Madison County General Hospital

    TNHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1427431097Tax ID 62-6010402

    $481,350.25Published rate
  3. Sylvia Krueger

    Blue Ridge Medical Oncology, PLLC

    TNHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1437152691Tax ID 62-1201877

    $471,240.00Published rate
  4. Teresa Lord

    TNHematology & Oncology PhysicianNPI 1598885550Tax ID 91-0928081

    $449,440.00Published rate
  5. Coram Alternate Site Services, Inc.

    GAHome Infusion Therapy PharmacyNPI 1255387767Tax ID 76-0215922

    $49,440.00Published rate

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HCPCS Q2053 vs. Other Other Drugs and Service Fees Codes

The HCPCS Q2053 code is part of the Temporary Codes services used for Other Drugs and Service Fees. 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 Q2053 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
Q2052-HCPCSLowServices, supplies, and accessories used in the home for the administration of intravenous immune globulin (ivig)
Q2053-HCPCSHighBrexucabtagene autoleucel, up to 200 million autologous anti-cd19 car positive viable t cells, including leukapheresis and dose preparation procedures, per therapeutic dose
Q2054-HCPCSHighLisocabtagene maraleucel, up to 110 million autologous anti-cd19 car-positive viable t cells, including leukapheresis and dose preparation procedures, per therapeutic dose

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS Q2053. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the Q2053 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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