98016 Brief comunicaj tech-bsd service
Also known as: e-visit, asynchronous telehealth, digital messaging
Brief communication-based technology service including online care coordination, e-mail communication, or asynchronous digital messaging between qualified healthcare provider and established patient.
In Plain Language
email communication with doctor; secure messaging with healthcare provider
Clinical Context
Used for non-real-time communication with established patients for minor clinical issues, test results, prescription refills, or care coordination.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 0.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.30, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 98016?
CPT 98016 (Brief comunicaj tech-bsd service) is a Medicine code. Brief communication-based technology service including online care coordination, e-mail communication, or asynchronous digital messaging between qualified healthcare provider and established patient.
Who uses CPT code 98016?
CPT 98016 is used by Telemedicine, Primary Care, Mental Health. Used for non-real-time communication with established patients for minor clinical issues, test results, prescription refills, or care coordination.
When is CPT 98016 used?
Used for non-real-time communication with established patients for minor clinical issues, test results, prescription refills, or care coordination.
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