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HCPCS T2048 Fee Schedule

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.

Behavioral health; long-term care residential (non-acute care in a residential treatment program where stay is typically longer than 30 days), with room and board, per diem
Key FactDetail
Service Type

National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies

Long-term Residential Care

Common Place of Service

None

99 - Other POS

Complexity LevelLow
ASAM Level

Level 3.1 - Clinically Managed Low-Intensity Residential

Care Type

Treatment

Setting

Residential


National average reimbursement for HCPCS T2048 by major payers:

bcbs

$76.56

uhc

$95.21

aetna

$239.41

cigna

$387.18

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HCPCS T2048 vs. Other Long-term Residential Care Codes

The HCPCS T2048 code is part of the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies services used for Long-term Residential Care. 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 T2048 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
T2047-HCPCSLowHabilitation, prevocational, waiver; per 15 minutes
T2048-HCPCSLowBehavioral health; long-term care residential (non-acute care in a residential treatment program where stay is typically longer than 30 days), with room and board, per diem
T2049-HCPCSLowNon-emergency transportation; stretcher van, mileage; per mile

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS T2048. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the T2048 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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