G0445 Insurance Policy Changes

HCPCS G0445 is officially defined as "High intensity behavioral counseling to prevent sexually transmitted infection; face-to-face, individual, includes: education, skills training and guidance on how to change sexual behavior; performed semi-annually, 30 minutes." HCPCS G0445 is referenced in 2 tracked payer policy changes from Blue Cross of Idaho. For billers and coders, staying current on payer-specific coverage criteria, reimbursement rules, and prior-authorization requirements for HCPCS G0445 is critical to clean claim submission. Each entry below links to the full policy analysis with effective dates and action steps.