Initial Remote Physiologic Monitoring Treatment Management

Under what category does Initial Remote Physiologic Monitoring Treatment Management fall?

Category I

What is the billing unit for Initial Remote Physiologic Monitoring Treatment Management?

Per Encounter

Modifiers

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Clinical use

Prolonged clinical staff service (the service beyond the typical service time) in the office or outpatient setting, direct patient contact with physician supervision; each additional 30 minutes.

Documentation

Remote monitoring of physiologic parameter(s) (e.g., weight, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, respiratory flow rate), initial set-up, and patient education on the use of equipment. Document the remote monitoring equipment set-up, patient education provided, and the monitored physiologic parameters. (each additional 20 minutes)