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97155 Adapt behavior treatment phys/qhp

Medicine

Also known as: Behavioral treatment by provider, Adaptive behavior therapy, Professional behavior intervention

Adaptive behavior treatment provided by qualified healthcare provider (physician or qualified health professional) targeting specific behavioral goals.

In Plain Language

Behavior therapy with qualified therapist

Clinical Context

Evidence-based behavioral treatment delivered by licensed provider. Used for autism, behavioral disorders, and developmental disabilities.

RVU Information

CPT 97155 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 HealthPsychologyPediatrics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 97155?

CPT 97155 (Adapt behavior treatment phys/qhp) is a Medicine code. Adaptive behavior treatment provided by qualified healthcare provider (physician or qualified health professional) targeting specific behavioral goals.

Who uses CPT code 97155?

CPT 97155 is used by Behavioral Health, Psychology, Pediatrics. Evidence-based behavioral treatment delivered by licensed provider. Used for autism, behavioral disorders, and developmental disabilities.

When is CPT 97155 used?

Evidence-based behavioral treatment delivered by licensed provider. Used for autism, behavioral disorders, and developmental disabilities.

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