98975 Rtm first set-up & pt educaj eqp
Also known as: remote monitoring setup, RTM initiation, device setup and training
Remote therapeutic monitoring setup and patient education for prescribed device such as cardiac monitor, blood pressure monitor, or glucose monitor, including equipment provision.
In Plain Language
setting up a remote health monitoring device; learning to use a home monitoring device
Clinical Context
Used for initial setup and patient education on remote therapeutic monitoring devices for chronic disease management.
RVU Information
CPT 98975 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 98975?
CPT 98975 (Rtm first set-up & pt educaj eqp) is a Medicine code. Remote therapeutic monitoring setup and patient education for prescribed device such as cardiac monitor, blood pressure monitor, or glucose monitor, including equipment provision.
Who uses CPT code 98975?
CPT 98975 is used by Cardiology, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine. Used for initial setup and patient education on remote therapeutic monitoring devices for chronic disease management.
When is CPT 98975 used?
Used for initial setup and patient education on remote therapeutic monitoring devices for chronic disease management.
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