How To Use CPT Code 0533T

CPT 0533T describes the continuous recording of movement disorder symptoms, including bradykinesia, dyskinesia, and tremor, for a period of 6 to 10 days. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, and examples.

1. What is CPT Code 0533T?

CPT 0533T can be used to describe the continuous recording of movement disorder symptoms, such as bradykinesia, dyskinesia, and tremor, for a period of 6 to 10 days. This code encompasses the set-up, patient training, configuration of the monitoring system, data upload, analysis, interpretation, and initial report configuration.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 0533T is: ‘Continuous recording of movement disorder symptoms, including bradykinesia, dyskinesia, and tremor for 6 days up to 10 days; includes set-up, patient training, configuration of monitor, data upload, analysis and initial report configuration, download review, interpretation and report.’

3. Procedure

1. The healthcare provider sets up and configures a monitoring system for the patient.
2. The provider trains the patient on how to use the monitoring system and upload the data.
3. The provider configures the features of the monitoring system and ensures its functionality.
4. The patient wears the monitoring device for a period of 6 to 10 days, during which the device records their movement disorder symptoms.
5. The provider downloads and reviews the recorded data from the monitoring device.
6. The provider analyzes the data, interprets the findings, and prepares an initial report.
7. The provider reviews the downloaded data and finalizes the interpretation and report.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 0533T is applicable to patients with movement disorders such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and Tourette syndrome. The procedure requires the use of a monitoring system that includes a wearable device with an accelerometer and gyroscope to track the patient’s movements. The provider must configure the system, train the patient on its use, and interpret the recorded data to prepare a report.

5. When to use CPT code 0533T

CPT code 0533T should be used when continuous recording of movement disorder symptoms is required for a period of 6 to 10 days. It is important to note that this code covers the entire process, including set-up, training, configuration, data upload, analysis, interpretation, and report preparation.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT code 0533T, the healthcare provider must document the following:

• Patient’s movement disorder diagnosis
• Details of the monitoring system set-up and configuration
• Date range of the monitoring period
• Training provided to the patient on using the monitoring system
• Downloaded data from the monitoring device
• Analysis and interpretation of the recorded data
• Preparation of the initial and final reports

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT code 0533T, ensure that the entire process, including set-up, training, configuration, data upload, analysis, interpretation, and report preparation, is performed. It is important to note that CPT code 0533T should not be reported with other codes related to movement disorder monitoring. Additionally, consider the location of the testing when coding these services.

8. Historical information

CPT code 0533T was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 2019. There have been no updates or changes to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A neurologist sets up a monitoring system for a patient with Parkinson’s disease and trains them on how to use the device. The patient wears the device for 10 days, and the neurologist analyzes the recorded data to interpret the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
2. A physical therapist configures a monitoring system for a patient with cerebral palsy and provides training on its use. The patient wears the device for 6 days, and the physical therapist reviews the recorded data to prepare an initial report on the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
3. A neurologist sets up a monitoring system for a patient with multiple sclerosis and trains them on how to upload the recorded data. The patient wears the device for 8 days, and the neurologist analyzes the data to interpret the patient’s movement disorder symptoms and prepares a final report.
4. A psychiatrist configures a monitoring system for a patient with Tourette syndrome and provides training on its use. The patient wears the device for 7 days, and the psychiatrist reviews the recorded data to prepare an initial report on the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
5. A pediatrician sets up a monitoring system for a child with cerebral palsy and trains the child’s parents on how to use the device. The child wears the device for 6 days, and the pediatrician analyzes the recorded data to interpret the child’s movement disorder symptoms.
6. A neurologist configures a monitoring system for a patient with Parkinson’s disease and provides training on its use. The patient wears the device for 9 days, and the neurologist reviews the recorded data to prepare an initial report on the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
7. A physical therapist sets up a monitoring system for a patient with multiple sclerosis and trains them on how to upload the recorded data. The patient wears the device for 6 days, and the physical therapist analyzes the data to interpret the patient’s movement disorder symptoms and prepares a final report.
8. A neurologist configures a monitoring system for a patient with Tourette syndrome and provides training on its use. The patient wears the device for 10 days, and the neurologist reviews the recorded data to prepare an initial report on the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
9. A psychiatrist sets up a monitoring system for a patient with cerebral palsy and trains them on how to use the device. The patient wears the device for 7 days, and the psychiatrist analyzes the recorded data to interpret the patient’s movement disorder symptoms.
10. A pediatrician configures a monitoring system for a child with Tourette syndrome and provides training on its use. The child wears the device for 8 days, and the pediatrician reviews the recorded data to prepare an initial report on the child’s movement disorder symptoms.