CPT Code 99341: Home Visit for Evaluation and Management, 15 Minutes

CPT code 99341 covers home or residence E/M visits for new patients, requiring 15 minutes or straightforward medical decision making.

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Frequently asked questions

99341 cannot be billed for telehealth services because it is designated for in-person home or residence visits requiring the provider’s physical presence.

It is defined as involving straightforward medical decision making, typically addressing a single self-limited or minor problem, with minimal data to review and low risk of complications or morbidity. The visit usually involves a problem-focused history and exam and about 15 minutes of total time spent face-to-face with the patient in their home or residence.

Yes, nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) can bill CPT code 99341, provided they are practicing within the scope of their state law and meet all other billing requirements for home or residence visits. These codes are not limited to physicians and include qualified non-physician practitioners (NPPs) such as NPs and PAs.