Medical Coding Pro-Tips for Mastering Physical Therapy Coding

Episode 66 will cover Medical Coding Pro-Tips for Mastering Physical Therapy Coding

1. Everything starts with the PT evaluation
2. Know the difference between time-based PT codes and service-based PT codes
3. Understand the 8-minute rule
4. Pay close attention to units for each CPT Code
5. Direct patient contact is required for one-on-one services
6. Be mindful of PT supervision requirements
7. Leverage technology with built-in PT billing calculations
8. Take note of the TelePT rule changes and expansion during the PHE
9. Verify payer policies on PT
10. Routine audits and education are a non-negotiable