G9871 Bhv couns dm preventive, onln 60 m
Also known as: diabetes prevention counseling online, behavioral health education 60 min
Behavioral counseling for diabetes mellitus prevention provided online for 60 minutes duration.
In Plain Language
online diabetes prevention classes; digital health behavior counseling
Clinical Context
Quality measure documenting delivery of intensive behavioral diabetes prevention counseling through digital platforms for 60 minutes.
RVU Information
CPT G9871 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the G Codes category, 85% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G9871?
CPT G9871 (Bhv couns dm preventive, onln 60 m) is a G Codes code. Behavioral counseling for diabetes mellitus prevention provided online for 60 minutes duration.
Who uses CPT code G9871?
CPT G9871 is used by Endocrinology, Preventive Medicine, Telehealth. Quality measure documenting delivery of intensive behavioral diabetes prevention counseling through digital platforms for 60 minutes.
When is CPT G9871 used?
Quality measure documenting delivery of intensive behavioral diabetes prevention counseling through digital platforms for 60 minutes.
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