G0426 Inpt/ed teleconsult50
Also known as: telehealth consult 50 min, extended virtual consult
Hospital inpatient or emergency department teleconsultation service lasting approximately 50 minutes with remote specialist.
In Plain Language
longer video specialist consultation
Clinical Context
Extended real-time video consultation for complex acute conditions requiring detailed specialist input in hospital or ED settings.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.61 |
| Total RVU | 2.61 |
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 2.61, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among G Codes codes — 2.7x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0426?
CPT G0426 (Inpt/ed teleconsult50) is a G Codes code. Hospital inpatient or emergency department teleconsultation service lasting approximately 50 minutes with remote specialist.
Who uses CPT code G0426?
CPT G0426 is used by Telemedicine, Hospital Medicine. Extended real-time video consultation for complex acute conditions requiring detailed specialist input in hospital or ED settings.
When is CPT G0426 used?
Extended real-time video consultation for complex acute conditions requiring detailed specialist input in hospital or ED settings.
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