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Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis, as described by CPT® Code 96000, involves a detailed assessment of a patient's movement patterns through advanced technology. This procedure is particularly beneficial for individuals with complex movement disorders, such as those resulting from cerebral palsy, spina bifida, traumatic brain injury, amputation, stroke, or other conditions that impair mobility. The analysis is conducted in a specialized motion analysis laboratory equipped with sophisticated tools, including video recording from multiple angles and computerized three-dimensional (3D) kinematics and kinetics. During the assessment, markers are strategically placed on specific bony landmarks of the pelvis and lower extremities to capture precise movement data. As the patient walks within a designated area, high-speed cameras track these markers, allowing for an in-depth evaluation of joint movements and power generation. Additionally, stride characteristics are measured using electronic sensors positioned on the feet or through the tracking markers, providing comprehensive insights into the patient's gait and overall movement dynamics. This thorough analysis aids healthcare professionals in determining the most appropriate therapeutic interventions, including the necessity for braces, prosthetics, or surgical options tailored to the patient's unique needs.
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The comprehensive computer-based motion analysis is indicated for patients with various complex movement disorders. These include:
The procedure for comprehensive computer-based motion analysis involves several key steps:
After the comprehensive computer-based motion analysis is completed, the physician or qualified healthcare professional will review and analyze the collected data. This analysis culminates in a written report detailing the findings of the motion studies. It is important to note that CPT® Code 96004, which pertains to the review and reporting of these findings, is reported only once, regardless of the number or types of motion studies performed. The results of this analysis are critical for guiding further therapeutic decisions and interventions tailored to the patient's specific movement challenges.
| Short Descr | MOTION ANALYSIS VIDEO/3D | Medium Descr | COMPRE CPTR MTN ALYS VIDEO TAPING 3D KINEMATICS | Long Descr | Comprehensive computer-based motion analysis by video-taping and 3D kinematics; | Status Code | Active Code | Global Days | XXX - Global Concept Does Not Apply | PC/TC Indicator (26, TC) | 7 - Physical Therapy Service, for which Payment may not be Made | Multiple Procedures (51) | 0 - No payment adjustment rules for multiple procedures apply. | Bilateral Surgery (50) | 2 - 150% payment adjustment does NOT apply. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 0 - Payment restriction for assistants at surgery applies to this procedure... | Co-Surgeons (62) | 0 - Co-surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Team Surgery (66) | 0 - Team surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Diagnostic Imaging Family | 99 - Concept Does Not Apply | APC Status Indicator | Procedure or Service, Not Discounted when Multiple | Type of Service (TOS) | 1 - Medical Care | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | T2D - Other tests - other | MUE | 1 | CCS Clinical Classification | 7 - Other diagnostic nervous system procedures |
| KX | Requirements specified in the medical policy have been met | 59 | Distinct procedural service: under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to indicate that a procedure or service was distinct or independent from other non-e/m services performed on the same day. modifier 59 is used to identify procedures/services, other than e/m services, that are not normally reported together, but are appropriate under the circumstances. documentation must support a different session, different procedure or surgery, different site or organ system, separate incision/excision, separate lesion, or separate injury (or area of injury in extensive injuries) not ordinarily encountered or performed on the same day by the same individual. however, when another already established modifier is appropriate it should be used rather than modifier 59. only if no more descriptive modifier is available, and the use of modifier 59 best explains the circumstances, should modifier 59 be used. note: modifier 59 should not be appended to an e/m service. to report a separate and distinct e/m service with a non-e/m service performed on the same date, see modifier 25. | 76 | Repeat procedure or service by same physician or other qualified health care professional: it may be necessary to indicate that a procedure or service was repeated by the same physician or other qualified health care professional subsequent to the original procedure or service. this circumstance may be reported by adding modifier 76 to the repeated procedure or service. note: this modifier should not be appended to an e/m service. |
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| 2011-01-01 | Changed | Short description changed. |
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| 2002-01-01 | Added | First appearance in code book in 2002. |
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