Reimbursement Codes/98978
CPT I · RTM · Active
98978: RTM device supply, cognitive behavioural therapy
Device supply for remote therapeutic monitoring supporting cognitive behavioural therapy.
About this code
Device supply for remote therapeutic monitoring supporting cognitive behavioural therapy. Active under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule when coverage rules are met. CY2027 proposals would align RTM with established-patient and employed-staff rules and require an initiating visit. This entry uses our own plain-English summary, not the copyrighted AMA CPT long descriptor. Always confirm the current CMS addendum before billing.
Medicare statusActive under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule when coverage rules are met. CY2027 proposals would align RTM with established-patient and employed-staff rules and require an initiating visit.
PaymentLocality-specific PFS amounts only. No invented national dollars.
What changed
CMS proposes established-patient limits for RTM, an initiating visit, employed clinical staff only, and seeks comment on GRTM1 and GRTM2 consolidation codes.
Who bills under it
Physician and qualified healthcare professional practices billing RTM under Medicare Part B.
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Biofourmis
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Hinge Health
Delivers digital physical therapy and clinical programs for chronic musculoskeletal pain management.
Remote Monitoring & Wearables
Omada Health
Provides digital care programs combined with connected tracking devices for chronic disease management.
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- Code
- 98978
- Code type
- CPT I
- Category
- RTM
- Rule status
- Active
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