G0445 High inten beh couns std 30m
Also known as: high-intensity behavior counsel, cardiovascular risk reduction, intensive counseling
High-intensity behavioral counseling for cardiovascular disease risk reduction lasting approximately 30 minutes using evidence-based strategies.
Clinical Context
Intensive counseling addressing smoking, diet, exercise, stress, and medication adherence to reduce cardiovascular risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.60 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 1.03 |
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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