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Depression Screening (NCD 210.9)

HCPCS/CPT Codes


G0444 – Annual depression screening, 15 minutes

ICD-9-CM (ICD-10-CM) Codes


No specific diagnosis code

Contact local Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) for guidance

Who Is Covered


All Medicare beneficiaries

Must be furnished in a primary care setting that has staff-assisted depression care supports in place to assure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and follow-up

Frequency


Annually

Beneficiary Pays


You pay nothing for this test if your doctor or other qualified health care provider accepts assignment.

  • Copayment/coinsurance waived
  • Deductible waived

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