G0550 Phone/inter for diagnosis/treat >5m
Also known as: phone/internet brief service, brief telehealth, quick virtual visit
Phone or internet-based service for diagnosis or treatment lasting more than 5 minutes, brief service.
In Plain Language
Brief phone or email doctor visit; Quick virtual health service; Short remote medical visit
Clinical Context
Brief telephone or internet-based medical services for diagnosis or treatment management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.70 |
| Total RVU | 0.70 |
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 0.70, this code ranks in the 41st percentile among G Codes codes — 1.4x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0550?
CPT G0550 (Phone/inter for diagnosis/treat >5m) is a G Codes code. Phone or internet-based service for diagnosis or treatment lasting more than 5 minutes, brief service.
Who uses CPT code G0550?
CPT G0550 is used by Telemedicine, Primary Care, Specialty Care. Brief telephone or internet-based medical services for diagnosis or treatment management.
When is CPT G0550 used?
Brief telephone or internet-based medical services for diagnosis or treatment management.
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