Respiratory Question for the Week of February 3, 2025

Question:

What evidence is needed to bill for codes 94667 and 94668?

Answer:

Chest manipulations are described in CPT® with examples such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function by mobilization of sputum. These services must be documented as reasonable and necessary to be covered. Plus there must be evidence of the following:

Consistent with the nature and severity of the individual’s symptoms and diagnosis
Reasonable in terms of modality, amount, frequency, and duration of treatment
Generally accepted by the professional community as being a safe and effective treatment for the purpose used.

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