G2252 Brief chkin by md/qhp, 11-20
Also known as: medium visit, 11-20 minute check-in, brief E/M alternative
Code for brief clinical check-in or contact lasting 11-20 minutes by physician, advanced practice provider, or qualified healthcare personnel, not billed as evaluation and management.
In Plain Language
15-minute doctor phone call check-in; Medium length health contact
Clinical Context
Used to report brief clinical contacts lasting 11-20 minutes in remote monitoring or urgent care settings that do not meet standard evaluation and management criteria.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.50 |
| Total RVU | 0.50 |
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 0.50, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among G Codes codes — 1.9x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G2252?
CPT G2252 (Brief chkin by md/qhp, 11-20) is a G Codes code. Code for brief clinical check-in or contact lasting 11-20 minutes by physician, advanced practice provider, or qualified healthcare personnel, not billed as evaluation and management.
Who uses CPT code G2252?
CPT G2252 is used by Primary Care, Telemedicine, Urgent Care. Used to report brief clinical contacts lasting 11-20 minutes in remote monitoring or urgent care settings that do not meet standard evaluation and management criteria.
When is CPT G2252 used?
Used to report brief clinical contacts lasting 11-20 minutes in remote monitoring or urgent care settings that do not meet standard evaluation and management criteria.
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