CPT 97530: Are You Losing Revenue to Coding Errors?

When Should You Use It?

CPT 97530 covers direct, one-on-one therapeutic activities using dynamic tasks to improve functional performance, billed in 15-minute units.

Focus on Real-Life Function

Examples may include: – Sit-to-stand and transfer training – Functional lifting and reaching – Dynamic tasks tied to patient goals

CPT 97530 vs. 97110

CPT 97530: Dynamic functional activities, such as task-based lifting. CPT 97110: Therapeutic exercises to improve strength, endurance, range of motion, or flexibility.

Documentation Checklist

– The activity performed – The functional goal addressed – Direct treatment time – Patient response and progress

Avoid Common Billing Errors

– Missing functional goals – Incorrect code selection – Incomplete time records – Insufficient documentation

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