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98985 Rtm device sply mscsk sys 2-15d

Medicine

Also known as: short-term musculoskeletal monitoring, RTM musculoskeletal short, brief activity monitoring

Remote therapeutic monitoring for musculoskeletal system data collection, interpretation, and management for 2-15 consecutive calendar days.

In Plain Language

monitoring movement for two weeks or less

Clinical Context

Used for short-term remote monitoring of musculoskeletal parameters over 2-15 days.

RVU Information

CPT 98985 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

Orthopedic SurgeryPhysical MedicineSports Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 98985?

CPT 98985 (Rtm device sply mscsk sys 2-15d) is a Medicine code. Remote therapeutic monitoring for musculoskeletal system data collection, interpretation, and management for 2-15 consecutive calendar days.

Who uses CPT code 98985?

CPT 98985 is used by Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Medicine, Sports Medicine. Used for short-term remote monitoring of musculoskeletal parameters over 2-15 days.

When is CPT 98985 used?

Used for short-term remote monitoring of musculoskeletal parameters over 2-15 days.

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