G2006 Post-d/c h vst external pt 20 m
Also known as: Post-discharge home visit, Established patient home visit
HCPCS code for post-discharge home visit for established patient lasting up to 20 minutes. Routine follow-up for known patients.
In Plain Language
Quick home check-up after hospital; Follow-up home visit
Clinical Context
Used for established home health patients with routine post-discharge follow-up. Appropriate for stable patients with straightforward monitoring needs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.00 |
| Total RVU | 1.00 |
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 1.00, this code ranks in the 55th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.0x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G2006?
CPT G2006 (Post-d/c h vst external pt 20 m) is a G Codes code. HCPCS code for post-discharge home visit for established patient lasting up to 20 minutes. Routine follow-up for known patients.
Who uses CPT code G2006?
CPT G2006 is used by Home Health, Transitional Care, Care Coordination. Used for established home health patients with routine post-discharge follow-up. Appropriate for stable patients with straightforward monitoring needs.
When is CPT G2006 used?
Used for established home health patients with routine post-discharge follow-up. Appropriate for stable patients with straightforward monitoring needs.
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