CPT 97537 describes a one-on-one training procedure where the provider works with an injured or ill patient to provide community work reintegration training, helping them to return to employment and the community, with one unit of this code being used for each 15 minutes the provider spends with the patient. Official Description The CPT book…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for orthotic management and training and prosthetic training. CPT Code 97760 CPT 97760 describes initial orthotic(s) encounter, including assessment and fitting when not otherwise reported, for upper extremity(ies), lower extremity(ies) and/or trunk, every 15 minutes. CPT Code 97761 CPT 97761 describes initial prosthetic(s) encounter training for upper…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for supervised physical medicine and rehabilitation modalities. CPT Code 97010 CPT 97010 describes the application of a modality to one or more areas, such as hot or cold packs. CPT Code 97012 CPT 97012 describes the application of a modality to one or more areas, such as…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for constant attendance in physical medicine and rehabilitation modalities. CPT Code 97032 CPT 97032 describes the application of a modality to one or more areas with manual electrical stimulation for 15 minutes. CPT Code 97033 CPT 97033 describes the application of a modality to 1 or more…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for physical therapy evaluations. CPT Code 97161 CPT 97161 describes a low-complexity physical therapy evaluation requiring a history, examination, clinical presentation, and clinical decision-making, typically taking 20 minutes face-to-face with the patient and/or family. CPT Code 97162 CPT 97162 describes a physical therapy evaluation of moderate complexity,…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for athletic training evaluations. CPT Code 97169 CPT 97169 describes an athletic training evaluation of low complexity that requires a history and physical activity profile, an examination of the affected body area and other symptomatic or related systems, and clinical decision-making of low complexity, typically taking 15…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for physical medicine and therapeutic rehabilitation procedures. CPT Code 97110 CPT 97110 describes a therapeutic procedure involving one or more areas, each lasting 15 minutes, and therapeutic exercises to develop strength, endurance, range of motion, and flexibility. CPT Code 97112 CPT 97112 describes a therapeutic procedure involving…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for physical medicine and rehabilitation tests and measurements. CPT Code 97750 CPT 97750 describes physical performance tests or measurements, such as musculoskeletal or functional capacity, every 15 minutes and with a written report. CPT Code 97755 CPT 97755 describes a direct one-on-one contact to assess assistive technology,…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for active wound care management. CPT Code 97597 CPT 97597 describes the debridement of open wounds, including the use of high-pressure waterjet with/without suction, sharp selective debridement with scissors, scalpel, and forceps, topical application(s), wound assessment, use of a whirlpool, and instruction(s) for ongoing care, per session,…
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for occupational therapy evaluations. CPT Code 97165 CPT 97165 describes an occupational therapy evaluation of low complexity that includes an occupational profile, medical and therapy history, assessment of 1-3 performance deficits, and clinical decision-making of low complexity, with no comorbidities that affect occupational performance and no need…
