Wiki phsycial therapy times

[lwertman]

what is the appropriate way to code additional time spent on pt treatments beyond the initial minutes listed with the code?

 

[sbicknell]

Most PT codes are defined on 15 minutes. If time is documented as 30 minutes, then code/bill with 2 units.

Should also mention that the 15 minutes must be met 1/2 way. Meaning before you can code for the next 15 minutes, there must be at least 8 minutes of additional time

15 min 1 unit
22 min 1 unit
23 min 2 units
28 min 2 units

 

[Cyndi113]

I agree with the answer above. However, watch your units. Some insurance carriers will deny a claim if more than 4 units are charged for a visit.