CPT^® 97162, Under Physical Therapy Evaluations

Summary

The provider, typically a physical therapist, conducts a physical therapy evaluation that includes history to rule out any adverse factors that will affect care; observes whether the patient's current status is evolving or changing in characteristics; and assess three or more elements relating to body structure and function, and limitations, such as joint flexibility, muscle strength, gait, mobility, and neuromuscular function. She uses standardized tests and measures and employs clinical decision–making of moderate complexity, typically involving 30 minutes of face–to–face time with the patient or family or both.

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