G0553 Monthly treatment for dmht 20mins
Also known as: digital mental health therapy, app-based therapy, virtual mental health treatment
Monthly treatment or monitoring service for digital mental health therapy, per 20-minute session.
In Plain Language
App-based therapy treatment; Digital mental health service; Online psychology session
Clinical Context
Monthly digital or app-based behavioral health treatment for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.62 |
| Total RVU | 0.62 |
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 0.62, this code ranks in the 36th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.6x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0553?
CPT G0553 (Monthly treatment for dmht 20mins) is a G Codes code. Monthly treatment or monitoring service for digital mental health therapy, per 20-minute session.
Who uses CPT code G0553?
CPT G0553 is used by Psychiatry, Telemedicine, Mental Health. Monthly digital or app-based behavioral health treatment for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions.
When is CPT G0553 used?
Monthly digital or app-based behavioral health treatment for depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions.
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