How to Bill CPT 98966 for Telehealth and Virtual Care Services

When to Use CPT Code 98966

CPT 98966 is used for telehealth or virtual care services that do not involve in-person contact.

• •Service type: Telehealth / virtual E/M
• •Delivery method: Telephone or online digital communication
• •Billing basis: Total time spent with the patient

Common scenarios:

• •Patient-initiated portal messages
• •Telephone-based clinical consultations
• •Remote follow-ups and care coordination

Insurance Verification Tips for CPT 98966

1. •Confirm payer coverage for telehealth services.
2. •Verify patient-initiated requirements.
3. •Track cumulative time accurately.
4. •Apply required telehealth modifiers if applicable.

Example Case of CPT 98966

A provider responds to a patient’s clinical inquiry via phone or secure digital platform and documents the total time spent.
The service is billed as one unit of CPT 98966.