What billing codes are available to practices using CGMs?

Easier and faster billing is possible with these quick-access CGM codes.

CPT Code Type of Service Provider Frequency Type of Visit
95249 Personal CGM placement, start-up, training, and technical components RN, PharmD/RPh, RD, CDE, or MA Once for the lifetime of the CGM device Face-to-face
95250 Professional CGM, physician or health professional (office) equipment, patient training, and technical components RN, PharmD/RPh, RD, CDE, or MA Once per month maximum Face-to-face
95251 CGM Interpretation Physician (MD, DO), NP, PA, or clinical nurse specialist Once per month maximum Face-to-face not required
-25 modifier Evaluation and Management (Separate Identifiable Service) Can be billed same day as 95249, 95250, and/or 95251 if documentation supports medical necessity Physician (MD, DO), NP, PA, or clinical nurse specialist With office visits. Face-to-face

 

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