CPT® Code 0371T | Case2Code

Code deleted, see 97153, 97154, 97155, 97156, 97157, 97158, 0373T

Official Description

Multiple-family group adaptive behavior treatment guidance, administered by physician or other qualified health care professional (without the patient present)

Common Language Description

Adaptive behavior treatment guidance is a specialized form of therapy aimed at assisting family members, guardians, or caregivers who are responsible for the care of patients, specifically in the context of behavioral health. This guidance is provided by a physician or another qualified healthcare professional, such as a behavioral analyst or licensed psychologist, and is conducted without the patient being present. The primary objective of this treatment is to address and modify maladaptive behaviors—those that are counterproductive or harmful—by introducing more appropriate behavioral techniques. Additionally, it seeks to enhance deficient adaptive behaviors that may arise from impaired skills. During the sessions, the healthcare professional engages with the family or caregivers of one patient or the family members of multiple patients, with a maximum of eight individuals participating. The professional identifies specific problem behaviors or deficits exhibited by the patient and instructs the caregivers on how to implement treatment protocols designed to address these maladaptive behaviors. This collaborative approach ensures that the strategies developed by the healthcare team can be effectively executed by the caregivers in the patient's daily environment. Both CPT® codes 0370T and 0371T represent untimed therapy meetings, emphasizing the importance of the guidance provided to families and caregivers in the treatment process.

1. Indications

The indications for multiple-family group adaptive behavior treatment guidance include the following:

Behavioral Issues The procedure is indicated for patients exhibiting maladaptive behaviors that require intervention and modification.
Deficient Adaptive Behaviors It is also indicated for patients who demonstrate impaired skills leading to deficient adaptive behaviors that need to be improved.
Caregiver Support The guidance is intended for family members, guardians, or caregivers who are responsible for the care of the patient, providing them with the necessary tools and strategies to support the patient effectively.

2. Procedure

The procedure for multiple-family group adaptive behavior treatment guidance involves several key steps, which are detailed below:

Step 1: Identification of Problem Behaviors The healthcare professional begins by meeting with the family members or caregivers to discuss and identify the specific maladaptive behaviors or deficits exhibited by the patient. This step is crucial as it sets the foundation for the treatment guidance that will follow.
Step 2: Education on Treatment Protocols Following the identification of problem behaviors, the professional educates the caregivers on the treatment protocols designed to address these issues. This education includes explaining the rationale behind the strategies and how they can effectively replace maladaptive behaviors with more appropriate techniques.
Step 3: Implementation Guidance The healthcare professional provides guidance on how caregivers can implement the treatment strategies in the patient's daily life. This may involve role-playing scenarios, discussing potential challenges, and offering solutions to ensure that caregivers feel confident in applying the techniques.
Step 4: Ongoing Support and Adjustment The final step involves establishing a plan for ongoing support and adjustment of the treatment strategies as needed. The professional may schedule follow-up meetings to assess progress and make any necessary modifications to the approach based on the patient's response.

3. Post-Procedure

Post-procedure care for multiple-family group adaptive behavior treatment guidance includes ongoing support for caregivers as they implement the strategies learned during the sessions. Caregivers are encouraged to maintain open communication with the healthcare professional to discuss any challenges they encounter and to seek further guidance as needed. Additionally, it is important for caregivers to monitor the patient's progress and report any significant changes in behavior or response to the treatment protocols. Regular follow-up meetings may be scheduled to review the effectiveness of the strategies and to make adjustments to the treatment plan as necessary, ensuring that the patient continues to receive appropriate support and intervention.

Short Descr	MULT FAM BEHAV TREAT GUIDE
Medium Descr	MULTIPLE FAMILY GROUP BEHAV TREATMENT GUIDANCE
Long Descr	Multiple-family group adaptive behavior treatment guidance, administered by physician or other qualified health care professional (without the patient present)
Status Code	Carriers Price the Code
Global Days	YYY - Carrier Determines Whether Global Concept Applies
PC/TC Indicator (26, TC)	9 - Not Applicable
Multiple Procedures (51)	9 - Concept does not apply.
Bilateral Surgery (50)	9 - Concept does not apply.
Physician Supervisions	09 - Concept does not apply.
Assistant Surgeon (80, 82)	9 - Concept does not apply.
Co-Surgeons (62)	9 - Concept does not apply.
Team Surgery (66)	9 - Concept does not apply.
Diagnostic Imaging Family	99 - Concept Does Not Apply
APC Status Indicator	Procedure or Service, Not Discounted when Multiple
Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS)	M5B - Specialist - psychiatry
MUE	Not applicable/unspecified.