G2251 Brief chkin, 5-10, non-e/m

Brief communication technology-based service, e.g. virtual check-in, by a qualified health care professional who cannot report evaluation and management services, provided to an established patient, not originating from a related service provided within the previous 7 days nor leading to a service or procedure within the next 24 hours or soonest available appointment; 5-10 minutes of clinical discussion

• Medicare coverage: Carrier judgment
• Status: active (July 2026 file)
• MUE: max 1 units per day (practitioner), rationale: Code Descriptor / CPT Instruction