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CPT 98977: Device Supply and Data Collection

Use 98977 to report device supply and therapeutic data collection for musculoskeletal RTM. This page covers quick facts, requirements, documentation, and how 98977 pairs with 98975, 98980, and 98981.

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Quick facts

Short descriptionDevice supply and therapeutic data collection for musculoskeletal RTM in a 30-day period
Who can billPhysicians and other qualified health care professionals. When furnished by therapists, services are therapy and require the correct therapy modifier
Billing periodPer 30 days
Data thresholdTypically at least 16 days of recorded data in the 30-day period
Interactive communicationNot required for 98977. The interactive requirement applies to 98980 and 98981
Therapy modifiersGP, GO, or GN when under a therapy plan of care. Add CQ or CO when assistant involvement exceeds the de minimis threshold
Do not double billDo not bill multiple device supply codes for the same patient and period. Follow payer rules on concurrent RPM or other device services

Always confirm payer and MAC policy for your state and setting.

What you need

  • Eligible RTM app or device capturing therapeutic data for musculoskeletal conditions
  • At least 16 days of patient-recorded data in the 30-day period, per payer guidance
  • Report once per 30-day period when requirements are met
  • Follow payer rules on concurrent device services and therapy modifiers

Documentation checklist

  • App or device name, purpose, and relationship to the plan of care
  • Evidence of at least 16 days of data within the 30-day period
  • Therapy modifier use: GP, GO, or GN. Add CQ or CO when required
  • Patient consent if required by payer policy

How 98977 fits with other RTM codes

98975

Initial set-up and patient education. Report once per episode of care.

98980

First 20 minutes of management time in a month with at least one real-time patient-facing communication.

98981

Each additional 20 minutes of management time in the same month with real-time patient-facing communication.

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Common scenarios

Patient meets the 16-day data threshold

The patient records daily exercise completion and pain scores on at least 16 days in the 30-day period. Report 98977 for that period. Also report 98980 or 98981 if management time requirements are met.

Patient falls short of the threshold

If fewer than 16 days of data are recorded in the 30-day period, 98977 is generally not reported for that period. Continue engagement and education, and assess for 98980 or 98981 if management time requirements are satisfied.

Compliance note

Orva has signed the APTA Digital Transparency Pledge. Digital physical therapy services are provided or directed by licensed physical therapists in accordance with regulations. Coding guidance here is educational and does not guarantee coverage or payment. Always confirm payer policy and local MAC rules.

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