From billing RTM CPT Codes to tracking patient data, HealthArc’s RTM platform assists physical therapists in ensuring efficient billing, reimbursement, and patient outcomes.

Brief Overview of the Latest Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) CPT Codes for 2026

There are five RTM CPT Codes, based on the type of non-physiological patient data monitoring and the clinical staff who can bill for it.

CPT 98975 – Initial Setup and Patient Education

This code represents remote therapeutic monitoring one-time setup and education for the patient.

Represents device/app setup and patient or caregiver education.
Can be billed once per episode of care.
Has similar criteria to RPM code 99453.

CPT 98976 – Device Supply for Respiratory System Monitoring

This is a monthly recurring supply code for:

The supply of a therapeutic monitoring device or software for the respiratory system.
Used when the recording and transmission of data occur automatically.
Requires a minimum of 16 days of patient data recorded and transmitted in a 30-day period.

CPT 98977 – Device Supply for Musculoskeletal Monitoring

This is a monthly recurring supply code for monitoring musculoskeletal conditions:

Covers a therapeutic monitoring device/app for musculoskeletal conditions.
Requires a minimum of 16 days of recorded and transmitted data in 30 days.
Typically used to monitor physical therapy treatment plans, orthopedic recovery, or rehabilitation adherence.

CPT 98980 – Management of RTM, Initial 20 Minutes

This is a clinical management code that includes at least 20 minutes of care by a physician or qualified healthcare professional per calendar month.

Includes reviewing patient data, addressing therapy adherence, and assessing patient status.
The provider must have at least one interactive encounter with the patient or caregiver during the month.

CPT 98981 – Each Additional 20 Minutes

This is used in addition to code 98980 for each additional 20 minutes of therapeutic management per calendar month.

There is no cap, as long as documentation supports the time billed.
Allows providers to bill appropriately for patients requiring extensive therapy management or monitoring.

Who Can Bill for RTM Codes?

One of the biggest differences with RTM is who can bill for it. RTM is not limited to physicians and advanced practitioners and can be used by:

Physicians (MD, DO)
Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
Physician Assistants (PAs)
Physical Therapists (PTs)
Occupational Therapists (OTs)
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
Clinical Psychologists (CPs)

This opens up access to digital reimbursement for rehabilitation and behavioral health providers who were not previously eligible for RTM billing.

Latest Medicare Reimbursement for RTM Services in 2026

Medicare reimbursement for the commonly billed RTM codes:

98975 (Setup & Education): ~$20 one-time.
98976 (Supply & Device for Patient Monitoring): ~$55 per patient per month.
98977 (Musculoskeletal Device Supply): ~$55 per patient per month.
98980 (First 20 Minutes Managed): ~$50 per month.
98981 (Each Additional 20 Minutes Managed): ~$40 per unit.

Note: Rates vary by region and billing practitioner. Commercial payers may reimburse at different rates. All reimbursements must adhere to CMS guidelines.