G9870 Cmmi asyntelehealth >20min
Also known as: async telehealth over 20 minutes, store-and-forward telemedicine extended
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation asynchronous telehealth service with more than 20 minutes of clinical time.
In Plain Language
extended online doctor communication; longer digital health visit over 20 minutes
Clinical Context
Quality measure for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation asynchronous digital health communications exceeding 20 minutes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.34 |
| Total RVU | 1.34 |
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 1.34, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among G Codes codes — 1.4x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G9870?
CPT G9870 (Cmmi asyntelehealth >20min) is a G Codes code. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation asynchronous telehealth service with more than 20 minutes of clinical time.
Who uses CPT code G9870?
CPT G9870 is used by Telehealth, Primary Care, Digital Health. Quality measure for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation asynchronous digital health communications exceeding 20 minutes.
When is CPT G9870 used?
Quality measure for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation asynchronous digital health communications exceeding 20 minutes.
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