Reporting Motion Analysis (June 2003)

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate reporting for motion analysis affects how complex movement studies are communicated to payers and distinguished from other diagnostic or therapeutic services. The article helps readers understand the scope of the motion analysis code family and the setting in which these services are typically performed.

Article Sections

1. June 2003 pages 1-3

   Introductory publication information for the article.

2. Reporting Motion Analysis

   Overview of the historical reporting issues and the purpose of the motion analysis code family. Includes broad background on computerized motion analysis and the clinical settings in which it is used.

3. Background

   General discussion of computerized motion analysis, typical patient populations, laboratory requirements, and the professionals involved in performing and interpreting the studies.

4. Codes for Motion Analysis

   Summary of the motion analysis code family and the broad categories of services covered by the reporting guidance. Introduces the individual code concepts addressed later in the article.

5. 96000

   Discussion of the comprehensive computer-based motion analysis service and the general components included in the procedure.

6. 96001

   Discussion of motion analysis reporting when dynamic plantar pressure measurements are included with the comprehensive study.

7. 96002

   Discussion of dynamic surface electromyography during walking or other functional activities and the general circumstances for its reporting.

8. 96003

   Discussion of dynamic fine-wire electromyography during walking or other functional activities and the general circumstances for its reporting.

9. 96004

   Discussion of physician review and interpretation of motion analysis-related studies and the associated written report.