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Last Verified: September 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.
Home health aide or certified nurse assistant, per visit
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies Home Health Services |
| Common Place of Service | None 99 - Other POS |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for T1021 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS T1021 by major payers:
$63.63
$46.31
$27.90
$69.65
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS T1021 vs. Other Home Health Services Codes
The HCPCS T1021 code is part of the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies services used for Home 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 T1021 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 |
|---|---|---|
| T1020-HCPCS | Low | Personal care services, per diem, not for an inpatient or resident of a hospital, nursing facility, ICF/MR or IMD, part of the individualized plan of treatment (code may not be used to identify services provided by home health aide or certified nurse assistant) |
| T1021-HCPCS | Low | Home health aide or certified nurse assistant, per visit |
| T1022-HCPCS | Low | Contracted home health agency services, all services provided under contract, per day |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS T1021. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the T1021 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
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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