Complex Chronic Care Management, Additional 20 min
Transitional care management is a critical aspect of patient care, demanding precise coding to capture the comprehensive nature of transitional services. CPT code 99480 designates transitional care management services with the following required elements: communication (direct contact, telephone, electronic) with the patient and/or caregiver within 2 business days of discharge and medical decision-making of at least moderate complexity during the service period. This code is applied when healthcare providers engage in transitional care management services, including communication with the patient or caregiver within 2 business days of discharge and medical decision-making of at least moderate complexity.
Within the realm of transitional care management, 99480 plays a crucial role, representing services that include communication with patients or caregivers within 2 business days of discharge and medical decision-making of at least moderate complexity. Healthcare providers utilize this code to ensure accurate documentation of efforts in the comprehensive management of patients transitioning from one care setting to another.
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Additional CPT Codes
CPT Code
99424
Online digital E&M, for a new patient, for up to 7 days, cumulative time during the 7 days; 5-10 minutes
CPT Code
99475
Subsequent Remote Physiologic Monitoring Treatment Management
CPT Code
99462