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97151 Bhv id assmt by phys/qhp

Medicine

Also known as: Behavior assessment, Adaptive behavior eval, Behavioral health assessment

Behavioral health assessment including identification of adaptive and maladaptive behavioral patterns performed by qualified healthcare provider.

In Plain Language

Evaluation of behavior and coping

Clinical Context

Used for autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and behavioral disorders. Establishes baseline for behavioral intervention planning.

RVU Information

CPT 97151 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

Behavioral HealthPsychologyDevelopmental Disabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 97151?

CPT 97151 (Bhv id assmt by phys/qhp) is a Medicine code. Behavioral health assessment including identification of adaptive and maladaptive behavioral patterns performed by qualified healthcare provider.

Who uses CPT code 97151?

CPT 97151 is used by Behavioral Health, Psychology, Developmental Disabilities. Used for autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and behavioral disorders. Establishes baseline for behavioral intervention planning.

When is CPT 97151 used?

Used for autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and behavioral disorders. Establishes baseline for behavioral intervention planning.

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