CPT Code 97535: Self-Care and Home Management Training
Self-care/home management training, each 15 minutes
CPT 97535 covers training in activities of daily living, compensatory techniques, meal preparation, safety procedures and use of adaptive equipment, per 15 minutes.
What this code covers
Focused on functional independence in the patient's own living environment.
Includes instruction in adaptive equipment use and safety awareness.
Documentation must identify the specific ADL deficits and the training provided.
Billing and documentation notes
- Timed code subject to the 8-minute rule
- Requires direct one-on-one patient contact
- Document the specific ADLs addressed and the patient's response
Related codes
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FAQ
CPT 97535, frequently asked questions questions
- What is CPT code 97535?
- CPT 97535 covers training in activities of daily living, compensatory techniques, meal preparation, safety procedures and use of adaptive equipment, per 15 minutes.
- What are the billing requirements for CPT 97535?
- Timed code subject to the 8-minute rule Requires direct one-on-one patient contact Document the specific ADLs addressed and the patient's response
- Does Healthcare SBC handle billing for 97535?
- Yes. Our certified coders bill 97535 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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