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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.
Contact lens, PMMA, spherical, per lens
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Vision Services Assorted Contact Lenses |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for V2500 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS V2500 by major payers:
$127.80
$60.56
$83.83
$137.63
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HCPCS V2500
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Emory Crawford Long Hospital
Emory University
$344.66Published rateSavana Pippin
Eye Associates Of Tallahassee, P.A.
$69.82Published rateThe Hospital Authority Of Habersham County
$65.98Published rateHospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville, Jefferson Hospital
Hospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville
$48.66Published rateTaylor Regional Hospital
$42.36Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS V2500 vs. Other Assorted Contact Lenses Codes
The HCPCS V2500 code is part of the Vision Services services used for Assorted Contact Lenses. 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 V2500 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 |
|---|---|---|
| V2499-HCPCS | Moderate | Variable sphericity lens, other type |
| V2500-HCPCS | Low | Contact lens, PMMA, spherical, per lens |
| V2501-HCPCS | Low | Contact lens, PMMA, toric or prism ballast, per lens |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including HCPCS V2500. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the V2500 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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