In the middle of a telemedicine visit with a patient, connection was lost during the audio-video discussion. If 25 minutes were spent with the patient before the visit was interrupted, but the service was continued via audio-only for 10 additional minutes, what would be the appropriate code(s) to report for this scenario? ...
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Article Overview
This article discusses a telemedicine scenario in which an audio-video visit is interrupted and continues by audio only. It is aimed at coders, billers, and compliance staff who need to understand how the encounter is evaluated under CPT telemedicine guidance and how time-based or MDM-based selection is considered in that context. The article also notes that payer requirements may vary.
Why This Topic Matters
Interrupted virtual visits are common in practice, and this topic affects how telemedicine services are reported and interpreted under current CPT guidance. Understanding the general framework helps reduce inconsistent reporting and supports alignment with payer expectations.
What You Will Learn
- How interrupted telemedicine visits are discussed in CPT telemedicine guidance
- How encounter time is considered in a virtual visit scenario
- How time-based and MDM-based selection are presented for telemedicine services
- Why payer-specific requirements may still need to be checked
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Compliance professionals
- Telehealth program staff
- Physician practice administrators
Codes Discussed
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