CommercialBilling CodesMedium impact
G0444 Reminder
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island·RI · Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice +2 more·Physician
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 19, 2026
Summary
BCBSRI clarifies that HCPCS G0444 (annual depression screening) will not be separately reimbursed when billed with an E/M visit on the same date unless proper modifier is used and documentation supports separate billing. This is a reminder of existing policy, not a new change.
Action Required
By January 1, 2026: Billing team must ensure G0444 (annual depression screening) is not billed on same date as E/M visits unless appropriate modifier is applied and documentation supports separate service. Update billing system edits to flag this combination and train staff on proper modifier usage to avoid claim denials.