CPT Code 99495 & 99496 Complete Guide: Description, Requirements, and Reimbursement

Transitional care is one of the most vulnerable points in a patient’s journey, and getting it wrong can quickly lead to complications, readmissions, and higher costs. CPT codes 99495 and 99496 were created specifically to recognize the time, coordination, and clinical judgment required to safely guide patients from hospital or facility discharge back to their home or community setting. This comprehensive guide breaks down the 99495 and 99496 CPT code descriptions, eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and reimbursement rules so providers, billers, and practice leaders can confidently capture every compliant dollar while improving continuity of care. For more insights read full blog: https://www.healtharc.io/blogs/cpt-99495-99496-description-requirements-reimbursement-tcm/