G0546 Phone/internet ehr assess
Also known as: phone/internet assessment, virtual assessment, electronic communication eval
Phone or internet-based assessment and evaluation via electronic health record communication for medical decision-making.
In Plain Language
Phone or email doctor visit; Virtual health assessment; Remote medical evaluation
Clinical Context
Assessment via phone or secure electronic messaging without face-to-face visit for initial evaluation or follow-up.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 0.35 |
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 0.35, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among G Codes codes — 2.8x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0546?
CPT G0546 (Phone/internet ehr assess) is a G Codes code. Phone or internet-based assessment and evaluation via electronic health record communication for medical decision-making.
Who uses CPT code G0546?
CPT G0546 is used by Telemedicine, Primary Care, Primary Care Management. Assessment via phone or secure electronic messaging without face-to-face visit for initial evaluation or follow-up.
When is CPT G0546 used?
Assessment via phone or secure electronic messaging without face-to-face visit for initial evaluation or follow-up.
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