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99421 Ol dig e/m service 5-10 minutes

E&M

Also known as: online E/M brief, digital visit 5-10 min, telemedicine brief

Online digital evaluation and management service, for an established patient, for up to 7 days of communication in a 7-day period; 5-10 minutes of clinical staff time with supervising physician review.

Clinical Context

Used for asynchronous online digital evaluation and management of established patients, including secure messaging, portal communications, or brief virtual visits, 5-10 minutes duration.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.25
Practice Expense RVU0.20
Malpractice RVU0.02
Total RVU0.47

Est. Medicare Payment

$15.70

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

All Specialties

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