97153 Adaptive behavior treatment by tech
Also known as: Behavior treatment by tech, Behavioral tech intervention, Adaptive training by tech
Adaptive behavior treatment provided by trained technician targeting maladaptive behaviors and building adaptive skills.
In Plain Language
Behavior training by technician
Clinical Context
Intensive behavioral intervention delivered by supervised technician. Used in autism and developmental disability treatment programs.
RVU Information
CPT 97153 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97153?
CPT 97153 (Adaptive behavior treatment by tech) is a Medicine code. Adaptive behavior treatment provided by trained technician targeting maladaptive behaviors and building adaptive skills.
Who uses CPT code 97153?
CPT 97153 is used by Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities. Intensive behavioral intervention delivered by supervised technician. Used in autism and developmental disability treatment programs.
When is CPT 97153 used?
Intensive behavioral intervention delivered by supervised technician. Used in autism and developmental disability treatment programs.
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