AMA CPT® Assistant - 2021 Issue 3 (March)
Coding Clarification: Codes 97542 and 97755 (March 2021)
March 2021 page 4 Coding Clarification: Codes 97542 and 97755 Significant technological advancements have resulted in increased access to mobility devices that help patients optimize function and maximize environmental access. Due to this emerging technology, there has been confusion about how to correctly report Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes 97542 (wheelchair management) and 97755 (assistive technology assessment). This article clarifies the intent and appropriate use of these two codes. Therapeutic Procedures 97542Wheelchair management (eg, assessment, fitting, training), each 15 minutes Tests and Measurements 97755Assistive technology assessment (eg, to restore, augment or compensate for existing function, optimize functional tasks...
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