CPT & HCPCS Code Directory
The 117 CPT and HCPCS codes small practices bill most often, each with its 2026 Medicare payment rate and a free, detailed reference page. Rates are the national non-facility (office) allowable before geographic adjustment — open any code for facility rates, the full RVU breakdown, and locality-specific amounts.
Evaluation & Management38 codes
Office, hospital, emergency, and care-management visit codes — the backbone of outpatient billing.
Office visit for an established patient, low complexity, 20 minutes
Office visit for an established patient, moderate complexity, 30 minutes
Chronic care management by clinical staff, first 20 minutes per month
Office visit for an established patient, high complexity, 40 minutes
Subsequent hospital or observation care, moderate complexity, 35 minutes
Office visit for a new patient, low complexity, 30 minutes
Subsequent hospital or observation care, high complexity, 50 minutes
Office visit for a new patient, straightforward complexity, 15 minutes
Office visit for an established patient, may not require a physician
Office visit for an established patient, straightforward, 10 minutes
Office visit for a new patient, high complexity, 60 minutes
Office visit for a new patient, moderate complexity, 45 minutes
Initial hospital or observation care, high complexity, 75 minutes
Initial hospital or observation care, moderate complexity, 55 minutes
Emergency department visit, high complexity decision making
Emergency department visit, moderate complexity decision making
Advance care planning discussion with patient, first 30 minutes
Initial hospital or observation care, low complexity, 40 minutes
Transitional care management with face-to-face visit within 7 days
Transitional care management with face-to-face visit within 14 days
Emergency department visit, low complexity decision making
Remote physiological monitoring device supply, 16-30 days
Online digital evaluation and management service, 11-20 minutes
Remote physiological monitoring setup and patient education
Remote physiological monitoring treatment management, first 20 minutes
Complex chronic care management, first 60 minutes per month
Subsequent hospital or observation care, low complexity, 25 minutes
Hospital or observation discharge management, 30 minutes or less
Online digital evaluation and management service, 5-10 minutes
Hospital or observation discharge management, more than 30 minutes
Emergency department visit, may not require physician involvement
Emergency department visit, straightforward decision making
Online digital evaluation and management service, 21 or more minutes
Chronic care management by clinical staff, each additional 30 minutes
Remote physiological monitoring treatment management, each add 20 minutes
Complex chronic care management, each additional 30 minutes per month
Chronic care management by physician, first 30 minutes per month
Advance care planning discussion with patient, each additional 30 minutes
Procedures & Services54 codes
Surgical, injection, therapy, vaccine-administration, and in-office procedure codes at the 2026 global Medicare rate.
Physical therapy evaluation, low complexity, typically 20 minutes
Destruction of benign skin lesions such as warts, up to 14 lesions
Electrocardiogram (ECG) with tracing, interpretation, and report
Colonoscopy with tissue biopsy of the colon lining
Diagnostic colonoscopy examining the entire colon
Injection under the skin or into muscle for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis
Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation and report only
Surgery to remove unhealthy tissue down to subcutaneous level, first 20 sq cm or less
Vaccine administration by injection, single or first dose
Drainage or injection of a large joint or bursa without ultrasound guidance
Injection into the lumbar or sacral epidural space with imaging
Transthoracic echocardiogram with Doppler and color flow, complete
Therapeutic activities to improve functional performance
Neuromuscular reeducation for movement, balance, or coordination
Manual therapy techniques to one or more body regions
Therapeutic exercises to build strength, flexibility, or endurance
Upper GI scope exam with brushing or washing for diagnosis
Destruction of benign skin lesions such as warts, 15 or more lesions
Upper GI scope exam with one or more tissue samples
Colonoscopy with removal of a polyp or lesion by snare
Standard cataract removal with intraocular lens placement
Comprehensive eye exam for an established patient, one or more visits
Computerized imaging of the retina at back of eye
Chiropractic spinal manipulation of 3-4 regions
Injection into lumbar or sacral epidural space, first level
Incision and drainage of a simple or single skin abscess
Vaccine administration with counseling, first or only component, by physician
Shoulder arthroscopy with subacromial decompression of impinged tissue
Drainage or injection of a large joint or bursa with ultrasound guidance
Surgery to remove unhealthy tissue down to muscle or fascia, first 20 sq cm or less
Surgery to remove unhealthy tissue down to bone, first 20 sq cm or less
IV push injection for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis
IV push injection of a new additional drug or substance (add-on)
Phone assessment and management by non-physician, 5-10 minutes
Phone assessment and management by non-physician, 11-20 minutes
Phone assessment and management by non-physician, 21-30 minutes
Incision and drainage of a complicated or multiple skin abscesses
Trimming or paring of a single benign thickened skin lesion such as a callus or corn
Debridement of thickened or damaged nails, 6 or more nails
Simple wound repair of scalp, neck, axillae, genitalia, or trunk, 2.5 cm or less
Simple wound repair of scalp, neck, axillae, genitalia, or trunk, 2.6-7.5 cm
Injection into one or two trigger points in muscle
Injection into three or more trigger points in muscle
Surgery using arthroscope in knee to remove medial or lateral meniscus
Injection into the cervical or thoracic epidural space with imaging
Injection into lumbar or sacral epidural space, each additional
Injection of medication into the inner eye (intravitreal)
Vaccine administration by injection, each additional dose
Eye exam for an established patient, intermediate level
Physical therapy evaluation, moderate complexity, typically 30 minutes
Physical therapy evaluation, high complexity, typically 45 minutes
Physical therapy re-evaluation of established plan of care
Chiropractic spinal manipulation of 1-2 regions
Chiropractic spinal manipulation of 5 regions
Radiology & Imaging10 codes
CT, MRI, X-ray, and ultrasound codes. Rates shown are the global amount (professional and technical components combined).
CT scan of the head or brain without contrast dye
MRI of the lumbar spine (lower back) without contrast
MRI of a joint in the lower extremity without contrast
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast
MRI of a joint in the upper extremity without contrast
CT scan of the midface and jaw area without contrast
Chest X-ray, 2 views (front and side)
X-ray of the lower back and sacrum, 2 or 3 views
CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis without contrast
Ultrasound exam of the abdomen, complete study of all organs
Behavioral Health11 codes
Psychotherapy, psychiatric evaluation, and psychological / neuropsychological testing codes.
Individual psychotherapy, 38-52 minutes face-to-face with patient
Individual psychotherapy, 53+ minutes face-to-face with patient
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services
Family therapy session with the patient present, 50 minutes
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation without medical services
Individual psychotherapy, 16-37 minutes face-to-face with patient
Family therapy session without the patient present, 50 minutes
Brief emotional or behavioral assessment with scoring
Psychological or neuropsychological testing by physician or qualified professional, first 30 min
Group psychotherapy session
Psychological test evaluation by physician or qualified professional, first hour
Wellness & G-Codes4 codes
Medicare annual wellness visits and the G2211 visit-complexity add-on.
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Medicare Rate Disclaimer
Rates reflect the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule national non-facility (or global) allowable and are shown for reference. Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI), place of service, modifiers, and payer. Always confirm against your contract and the current CMS fee schedule before billing.