G0438 Ppps, initial visit
Also known as: physician home visit initial, PPPS initial, home-based primary care intake
Physician home visits for physician supervision of home-based primary and preventive services initial comprehensive evaluation.
Clinical Context
Comprehensive initial evaluation in home setting for homebound patients establishing primary care relationship and baseline assessment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 5.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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