HCPCS S0250 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 | • Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) • Miscellaneous Provider Services |
| Common Place of Service | • 11 - Office • 19 - Off Campus Outpatient Hospital • None |
| Common Modifiers | |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS S0250 by major payers:
$66.66
$51.64
$91.67
$146.28
| Payer | Code | Rate | NPI | Tax ID | State | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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HCPCS S0250 vs. Other Miscellaneous Provider Services Codes
The HCPCS S0250 code is part of the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) services used for Miscellaneous Provider 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 S0250 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 |
|---|---|---|
| S0221 | Low | Medical conference by a physician with interdisciplinary team of health professionals or representatives of community agencies to coordinate activities of patient care (patient is present); approximately 60 minutes |
| S0250 | Low | Comprehensive geriatric assessment and treatment planning performed by assessment team |
| S0255 | Low | Hospice referral visit (advising patient and family of care options) performed by nurse, social worker, or other designated staff |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS S0250. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the S0250 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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