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G0406 Inpt/tele follow up 15

G Codes

Also known as: inpt/telehealth f/u 15, follow-up visit 15 min

Hospital inpatient or telehealth follow-up evaluation and management service lasting approximately 15 minutes.

In Plain Language

follow-up hospital or video visit short

Clinical Context

Brief follow-up evaluation for hospitalized patient or via telehealth to assess clinical progress and adjust treatment plans.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.76
Total RVU0.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$25.38

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

Billing & Documentation

G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.

How This Code Compares

With a work RVU of 0.76, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among G Codes codes — 1.3x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.

Specialties

Hospital MedicineTelemedicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G0406?

CPT G0406 (Inpt/tele follow up 15) is a G Codes code. Hospital inpatient or telehealth follow-up evaluation and management service lasting approximately 15 minutes.

Who uses CPT code G0406?

CPT G0406 is used by Hospital Medicine, Telemedicine. Brief follow-up evaluation for hospitalized patient or via telehealth to assess clinical progress and adjust treatment plans.

When is CPT G0406 used?

Brief follow-up evaluation for hospitalized patient or via telehealth to assess clinical progress and adjust treatment plans.

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