What are the billing requirements for CPT 97140?

Timed code subject to the 8-minute rule Requires modifier 59/XS when billed with CMT codes for a different region Frequently denied when the treated region overlaps with a manipulation code

Does Healthcare SBC handle billing for 97140?

Yes. Our certified coders bill 97140 routinely as part of full-service revenue cycle management, including documentation review, correct unit calculation where applicable, modifier application and denial management specific to this code.

CPT 97140Therapy

CPT Code 97140: Manual Therapy Techniques

Manual therapy, each 15 minutes

CPT 97140 covers manual therapy techniques including mobilization, manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage and manual traction, per 15 minutes of one-on-one contact.

What this code covers

Encompasses joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release and manual traction applied to one or more regions.

Documentation must specify the technique used, the region treated, and the impairment being addressed.

For chiropractic providers, 97140 billed with chiropractic manipulative treatment requires modifier 59 or an X-modifier and treatment of a separate region.

Billing and documentation notes

Timed code subject to the 8-minute rule
Requires modifier 59/XS when billed with CMT codes for a different region
Frequently denied when the treated region overlaps with a manipulation code

Related codes

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FAQ

CPT 97140, frequently asked questions questions

What is CPT code 97140?: CPT 97140 covers manual therapy techniques including mobilization, manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage and manual traction, per 15 minutes of one-on-one contact.
What are the billing requirements for CPT 97140?: Timed code subject to the 8-minute rule Requires modifier 59/XS when billed with CMT codes for a different region Frequently denied when the treated region overlaps with a manipulation code
Does Healthcare SBC handle billing for 97140?: Yes. Our certified coders bill 97140 routinely as part of full-service revenue cycle management, including documentation review, correct unit calculation where applicable, modifier application and denial management specific to this code.

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