Optimizing financing and payment for child health services is essential. We provide resources to help with the financial aspects of pediatric care delivery. The right tools can support thriving practice, from small private practices to large health systems. These resources provide guidance on coding, valuation, compliance and payer contracting. Our advocacy strategies aim to ensure all children to have access to coverage and evidence-based care, adequate payment for services and alleviation of barriers and administrative burdens in healthcare.

Coding and Payment Hotline

Visit AAP’s official landing page for the Coding and Payment Hotline. This service is available to members and non-members with questions regarding the fundamentals of coding and payment or to flag current payer policy issues.

Coding and Valuation

Helpful resources on various CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS coding concepts for services delivered by primary care pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. Educational materials on how members can support the AAP in offering proper RVU recommendations for CPT codes to the AMA.

Payment and Financial Resources

Explore the wide range of resources available on topics such as analyzing and negotiating payer contracts, understanding coverage policies, navigating value-based payment models and utilizing cost analysis tools.

Payment and Finance Advocacy

Learn more about how the Academy is supporting efforts around public and private payer advocacy.

Price Transparency Data Project

Understanding and navigating the cost of care is essential to ensuring access to pediatric services. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Pediatric Management Institute (PMI) have teamed up to deliver a powerful resource for primary care pediatricians. This analysis of negotiated payment rates for key CPT codes offers clear, actionable insights into how payers are valuing pediatric services across the country. 

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Policy Updates

Stay up to date with AAP Coding, Finance, and Payment Policy Updates shaping pediatric healthcare finance and payment. Access our comprehensive list of resources including guidelines, policy updates and research reports to support your practice in navigating the complexities of financing, payment, billing and coding.

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