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96160 Pt-focused hlth risk assmt

Medicine

Also known as: risk assessment, health risk screen

Health risk assessment (behavior, social, psychological) to identify modifiable risk factors for health outcome improvement.

In Plain Language

health risk check; personal health evaluation

Clinical Context

Standardized assessment of personal health risks and protective factors to guide preventive interventions and health promotion strategies.

RVU Information

CPT 96160 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.

How This Code Compares

This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.

Specialties

Preventive MedicinePrimary CareBehavioral Health

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 96160?

CPT 96160 (Pt-focused hlth risk assmt) is a Medicine code. Health risk assessment (behavior, social, psychological) to identify modifiable risk factors for health outcome improvement.

Who uses CPT code 96160?

CPT 96160 is used by Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Behavioral Health. Standardized assessment of personal health risks and protective factors to guide preventive interventions and health promotion strategies.

When is CPT 96160 used?

Standardized assessment of personal health risks and protective factors to guide preventive interventions and health promotion strategies.

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