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G0554 Add 20 m of monthly treatment

G Codes +Add-on

Also known as: digital mental health add-on, app-based therapy add, virtual mental health add

Additional 20-minute increment of monthly digital mental health therapy treatment beyond initial session.

In Plain Language

Additional app-based therapy time; Extra digital mental health service; Extended online psychology time

Clinical Context

Additional treatment time for digital mental health services beyond initial monthly 20-minute session.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.61
Total RVU0.61

Est. Medicare Payment

$20.37

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 0.61, 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

PsychiatryTelemedicineMental Health

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code G0554?

CPT G0554 (Add 20 m of monthly treatment) is a G Codes code. Additional 20-minute increment of monthly digital mental health therapy treatment beyond initial session.

Who uses CPT code G0554?

CPT G0554 is used by Psychiatry, Telemedicine, Mental Health. Additional treatment time for digital mental health services beyond initial monthly 20-minute session.

When is CPT G0554 used?

Additional treatment time for digital mental health services beyond initial monthly 20-minute session.

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