G8981 - Assessment of ability to change and maintain body positions during physical therapy
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
What is a HCPCS Code?
HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System) codes are used to identify medical procedures, supplies, and services for billing purposes. These codes help standardize how healthcare services are reported and billed across different providers and insurance companies.
Detailed Description
This code is used by physical therapists to document and track a patient's current functional ability to change positions (like sitting to standing, lying down to sitting up) and maintain those positions. It measures this ability at the start of therapy and at regular check-in points to monitor progress throughout treatment.
Additional Information
This is a tracking code used for documentation and progress monitoring in physical therapy, not a treatment itself. It helps therapists measure improvement in basic mobility functions over time.
Category
Physical Therapy Assessment
Medical Specialty
Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
Expected Costs
Your actual cost will depend on your insurance coverage, provider location, and specific circumstances.
What's Required Before This
- Physical therapy evaluation
- Functional assessment by licensed therapist
What to Expect After
- Regular reassessment during therapy
- Progress monitoring at reporting intervals
Why Understanding This Code Matters
On Your Medical Bill
This code appears on your medical bills to identify the specific service, procedure, drug, or medical diagnosis you received. Understanding what it means helps you verify you're being charged correctly and know what to expect.
For Your Health
Knowing what this code represents helps you understand your treatment plan, ask better questions during appointments, and track your healthcare journey more effectively.
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