Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Codes

Matching the appropriate intervention with the best procedural CPT code can be difficult when there is more than one way to bill for a procedure. Understanding the common procedural CPT codes is step one for any provider's work being paid by an insurance payer. Most therapists focus on patient care and not the business of care. Knowing how codes are created and reimbursed helps with more accurate documentation and payment. Using the proper codes is important for patient care, reimbursement, and compliance with legal guidelines. Learn the basics of CPT codes so thatyou and your team can more confidently provide reimbursable care. This course will offer resources and examples so that participants will gain knowledge in use of CPT codes for various scenarios.

Highlights

• History and evolution of code and a list of most common CPT codes used
• Review descriptors and rules for use of physical medicine & rehab CPT codes
• CPT code interpretation: time based, supervised vs non-supervised, and specialty codes
• Immediately build confidence through discussion labs with CPT codes
• Determine monetary value of CPT codes geographically
• Integrate knowledge of CPT codes with case studies: taping, MMT, ROM, and Canalith repositioning codes

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants