HCPCS G0544 HCPCS - Temporary Procedures
Post d/c phone follow up Cost
Body System: General
Medicare Facility Rate
$43
CMS PFS CY2026
Medicare Non-Facility Rate
$67
Office/clinic setting
Hospital Outpatient
$104
OPPS rate
Relative Value Units (RVUs)
Medicare payment = Total RVU × Conversion Factor ($33.40 for CY 2026)
0.98
Work RVU
0.24
Facility PE RVU
0.07
Malpractice RVU
2.00
Total RVU
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Post d/c phone follow up cost?
The Medicare facility rate is $43. Commercial insurance typically pays 150-250% of Medicare rates (varies). Hospital outpatient rate: $104.
How much does Post d/c phone follow up cost without insurance?
Without insurance, you may pay the hospital's chargemaster rate, which is often 300-500% of Medicare. Ask about cash-pay discounts — many facilities offer 20-40% off for self-pay patients. The Medicare baseline for this procedure is $43.