98980 Rtm treatment management first 20 minutes
Also known as: remote monitoring management, RTM management, data review and communication
Remote therapeutic monitoring treatment management service for data review, interpretation, and communication of findings with patient or caregiver for 11-20 minutes of clinical time.
In Plain Language
provider discussing home monitoring results with you
Clinical Context
Used for moderate-length provider review and management of remote monitoring data including patient discussion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.62 |
| Total RVU | 0.62 |
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 0.62, this code ranks in the 41st percentile among Medicine codes — 1.3x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 98980?
CPT 98980 (Rtm treatment management first 20 minutes) is a Medicine code. Remote therapeutic monitoring treatment management service for data review, interpretation, and communication of findings with patient or caregiver for 11-20 minutes of clinical time.
Who uses CPT code 98980?
CPT 98980 is used by Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Chronic Care. Used for moderate-length provider review and management of remote monitoring data including patient discussion.
When is CPT 98980 used?
Used for moderate-length provider review and management of remote monitoring data including patient discussion.
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