CPT Code 97150: Group Therapeutic Procedures
Group therapeutic procedures
CPT 97150 covers therapeutic procedures delivered to a group of two or more individuals, billed once per patient per session regardless of duration.
What this code covers
The therapist must be in constant attendance but is not providing one-on-one contact.
Billed once per patient per session as an untimed code, not in 15-minute units.
Each patient's documentation must reflect their individual goals and response to treatment.
Billing and documentation notes
- Untimed code. One unit per patient per session
- Cannot bill individual timed codes for the same time period as group therapy
- Requires individualized documentation for each participant
Related codes
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FAQ
CPT 97150, frequently asked questions questions
- What is CPT code 97150?
- CPT 97150 covers therapeutic procedures delivered to a group of two or more individuals, billed once per patient per session regardless of duration.
- What are the billing requirements for CPT 97150?
- Untimed code. One unit per patient per session Cannot bill individual timed codes for the same time period as group therapy Requires individualized documentation for each participant
- Does Healthcare SBC handle billing for 97150?
- Yes. Our certified coders bill 97150 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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