Respiratory Question for the Week of October 9, 2023

Question:

Do any specific criteria exist for documentation when it comes to 94644?

Answer:

First, understand that the codes within this range represent hourly charges for the delivery of therapy. The charge for the initial-hour code—94644—will include set-up time, device/supplies and medication. Documentation for billing of 94644 must demonstrate that 60 minutes of therapy time occurred. Each additional full 60 minutes of therapy is represented by CPT code +94645.

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