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HCPCS V2221 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.

Lenticular lens, per lens, bifocal
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Vision Services

Lenses, Bifocals

Complexity LevelLow
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for V2221

National average reimbursement for HCPCS V2221 by major payers:

bcbs

$106.33

uhc

$63.61

aetna

$88.74

cigna

$132.50

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HCPCS V2221
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Atl Colorectal Surgery

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1689063554Tax ID 20-5040872

    $130.72Published rate
  2. Tift Regional Health System Inc., Tift Regional Medical Center

    Tift Regional Health System Inc

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1962462226Tax ID 45-3072990

    $78.31Published rate
  3. George Hemstreet

    Bama Heart Doc, PC Dba Alabama Heart & Vascular Medicine

    ALInterventional Cardiology PhysicianNPI 1851400485Tax ID 45-1471722

    $52.88Published rate
  4. Northside Hospital, Inc., Northside Hospital Duluth

    GAGeneral Acute Care HospitalNPI 1790715381Tax ID 58-2002413

    $50.29Published rate
  5. Alicia Encinas

    Miguel A Arenas Md PC

    CAFamily Nurse PractitionerNPI 1548859895Tax ID 30-0394179

    $35.25Published rate

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HCPCS V2221 vs. Other Lenses, Bifocals Codes

The HCPCS V2221 code is part of the Vision Services services used for Lenses, Bifocals. 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 V2221 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
V2220-HCPCSLowBifocal add over 3.25d
V2221-HCPCSLowLenticular lens, per lens, bifocal
V2299-HCPCSLowSpecialty bifocal (by report)

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS V2221. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the V2221 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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