Wiki group nutritional therapy

[dzaino]

Good Morning - new job, new challenge. This practice holds group meetings for patients interested in the practice. Typically 5-8 people. We collect copays. How do I bill it? 97802, 99203? What about subsequent group meetings (for support)? 97804?
Any thoughts?

 

[jfree104]

Group nutrition therapy, each 30 minutes use 97804.
Individual, initial assessment, each 15 minutes, use 97802.
Individual, re-assessment, each 15 minutes, use 97803.
What insurance? They may vary on coverage. Medicare limits 3 hours first year. Subsequent years, 2 hours.
Must be provided by registered dietitian or nutrition professional.