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See a sample rate comparisonHCPCS V2521 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.
Contact lens, hydrophilic, toric, or prism ballast, per lens
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Vision Services Assorted Contact Lenses |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for V2521 |
National average reimbursement for HCPCS V2521 by major payers:
$230.53
$135.45
$177.99
$218.14
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HCPCS V2521
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Emory Crawford Long Hospital
Emory University
$511.60Published rateAtlanta Vamc
$166.38Published rateKenneth Kato
Eye Associates Of Tallahassee, P.A.
$155.98Published rateHospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville, Jefferson Hospital
Hospital Authority Of Jefferson County And The City Of Louisville
$109.91Published rateGood Samaritan Hospital, Inc., St. Mary'S Good Samaritan Hospital
Good Samaritan Hospital Inc
$72.48Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalHCPCS V2521 vs. Other Assorted Contact Lenses Codes
The HCPCS V2521 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 V2521 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 |
|---|---|---|
| V2520-HCPCS | Low | Contact lens, hydrophilic, spherical, per lens |
| V2521-HCPCS | Moderate | Contact lens, hydrophilic, toric, or prism ballast, per lens |
| V2522-HCPCS | Moderate | Contact lens, hydrophillic, bifocal, 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 V2521. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the V2521 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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