Medicare coverage
Does Medicare Cover Virtual Check-Ins?
Only in certain cases. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers virtual check-ins with your doctor or certain other health care providers if you’re eligible.
Only in certain cases: Part B
Source: Medicare.gov, Virtual check-ins, checked October 23, 2026.
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Coverage at a glance
- Covered?
- Only in certain cases
- Which part
- Part B
- What you pay
- After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
- Part B deductible 2026
- $283 a year (CMS). Part B premium $202.90 a month.
- Medicare.gov page
- Virtual check-ins
Description
Virtual check-ins allow you to briefly communicate with your doctor or certain other health care providers using real-time audio or video communication technology (like your phone or a computer) without going to the doctor’s office.
During a virtual check-in, your health care provider can conduct remote assessments using photos or videos you send to decide if you need an office visit or another service. Your provider can respond to you by phone, virtual delivery, secure text message, email, or a patient portal.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Coverage details
Virtual check-ins are different from an e-visit because they're usually 10 minutes or less and happen in real time. An e-visit is a non-face-to-face communication that usually happens through an online patient portal.
Both e-visits and virtual check-ins are specific types of telehealth.
Medicare Advantage Plans may offer more virtual check-in services than Original Medicare. Check with your plan to find out what they offer.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Who's eligible
You must meet these conditions:
- You talked to your provider about starting these types of visits.
- You verbally consent to the virtual check-in, and your provider documents your consent in your medical record. Your provider may get one consent for a year’s worth of these services.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
Costs
After you meet the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount for your health care provider's services.
From Medicare.gov, checked October 23, 2026.
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Questions
Does Medicare Cover Virtual Check-Ins?
Only in certain cases. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers virtual check-ins with your doctor or certain other health care providers if you’re eligible.
Which part of Medicare covers Virtual Check-Ins?
Medicare.gov lists Virtual check-ins under Part B.
How much do you pay for Virtual Check-Ins with Medicare?
Per Medicare.gov: After the Part B deductible, you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount.
Does a Medicare Advantage plan cover Virtual Check-Ins?
Medicare Advantage plans must cover what Original Medicare covers and some offer extra benefits. Check the plan's Evidence of Coverage. Rivvi does not recommend plans.
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Does Medicare Cover Virtual Check-Ins?
Only in certain cases. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers virtual check-ins with your doctor or certain other health care providers if you’re eligible.
Checked against Medicare.gov 2026-10-23. Source: Rivvi