G0443 Brief alcohol misuse counsel
G-Codes
Also known as: brief alcohol intervention, SBIRT intervention, alcohol misuse counsel
Brief alcohol misuse counseling and intervention providing education and behavior modification for at-risk drinkers.
Clinical Context
Evidence-based brief intervention addressing alcohol use disorder risk with motivational interviewing and referral to treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 1.03 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$34.40
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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