Billing for tele-nutrition care
Learn about policies and reimbursement for telehealth for nutrition care.
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Medicare
Medicare policies for telehealth continue to evolve. For the latest information, view the list of telehealth services. The following Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes are frequently used to bill for telehealth services. Coding guidance is subject to change.
| CPT/HCPCs code | Description | Time | Permanent coverage for telehealth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97802 | Medical nutrition therapy assessment | 15 minutes | Yes |
| 97803 | Medical nutrition therapy follow-up | 15 minutes | Yes |
| 97804 | Medical nutrition therapy, group | 30 minutes | Yes |
| 98960 | Self-management education and training, 1 patient | 30 minutes | No |
| 98961 | Self-management education and training, 2-4 patients | 30 minutes | No |
| 98962 | Self-management education and training, 5-8 patients | 30 minutes | No |
Medicaid
Each state has its own billing and reimbursement policies. For tips on Medicaid policies, visit Medicaid and Medicare overview.
Private Insurance
Find out if the patient has private insurance. If so, check with the patient's insurance company for information on their billing and reimbursement policies. For tips on private insurance policies, look up policy by jurisdiction.
More information:
Billing for telehealth — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Billing for telehealth services to treat chronic conditions — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Billing for telehealth and remote patient monitoring — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Medicare and Medicaid policies — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Medicare payment policies — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Telehealth policy — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Understanding telehealth policy — National Telehealth Policy Resource Center