Assessment of Aphasia and Cognitive Performance Testing CPT® Code range 96105- 96105

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code range for Central Nervous System Assessments/Tests (eg, Neuro-Cognitive, Mental Status, Speech Testing) 96105-96105 is a medical code set maintained by the American Medical Association.

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CPT® Code Range 96105- 96105
Section 96105-96105
Assessment of Aphasia and Cognitive Performance Testing
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