G0406 Inpt/tele follow up 15
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 RVU | 0.76 |
| Total RVU | 0.76 |
Est. Medicare Payment
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
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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