How is reporting range of motion testing codes 95851 , 95852 different from reporting range of motion testing as part of a standard evaluation and management examination? ...
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Article Overview
This article is about reporting range-of-motion testing in medical coding and how it differs from documenting motion findings during a standard evaluation and management examination. It is intended for coding professionals and clinicians who need to understand when formal testing and reporting are discussed in the context of medicine, neurology, and neuromuscular procedures. The discussion references CPT and points readers to CPT Assistant issues for additional background.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate distinction between a separately reported procedure and routine exam documentation affects coding integrity, medical record support, and selection of the appropriate CPT service category.
What You Will Learn
- The general difference between formal range-of-motion testing and routine exam documentation
- What kinds of documentation are associated with standalone testing
- How the topic is framed within medicine, neurology, and neuromuscular procedures
- Where the article points readers for additional background information
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Physicians and clinical documentation staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
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