G0443 Brief alcohol misuse counsel
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.
In Plain Language
drinking problem counseling
Clinical Context
Evidence-based brief intervention addressing alcohol use disorder risk with motivational interviewing and referral to treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.60 |
| Total RVU | 0.60 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.60, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among G Codes codes — 1.6x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0443?
CPT G0443 (Brief alcohol misuse counsel) is a G Codes code. Brief alcohol misuse counseling and intervention providing education and behavior modification for at-risk drinkers.
Who uses CPT code G0443?
CPT G0443 is used by Primary Care, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine. Evidence-based brief intervention addressing alcohol use disorder risk with motivational interviewing and referral to treatment.
When is CPT G0443 used?
Evidence-based brief intervention addressing alcohol use disorder risk with motivational interviewing and referral to treatment.
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